The Little, Brown Essential Handbook

by Jane E. Aaron

This handy book answers questions about usage, grammar, punctuation, mechanics, research writing, and documentation. With minimal terminology and clear explanations and examples, Jane E. Aaron covers the essentials for writers in and out of school. This second edition offers special sections on nonsexist language, document design, job applications, E-mail, ESL pointers for nonnative speakers, and citing sources (including electronic sources) across the curriculum.

Genres: Nonfiction, Writing, College

272 pages, Spiral-bound

First published June 13, 2003

About the author

Jane E. Aaron is a professional writer and editor as well as an experienced teacher. She is the author of the best selling Little Brown Handbook and coeditor of the best-selling Bedford Reader . She has served as consultant, editor, or writer on more than a dozen other textbooks for the first-year composition course.

Reviews

[Kelly L. · Rating 5 out of 5]

A book from college many years ago - I return to it often for grammar questions.

[L.T. Getty · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just a review because I'm doing lots of editing as of late. Great resource.