WORDS EVERY WRITER NEEDS is a readable, informative, and entertaining introduction to the terminology of language, logic, and literature. Topics are arranged in ten categories, thoroughly cross-referenced, and illustrated by hundreds of quotations from well-known sources.
WORDS EVERY WRITER NEEDS is a readable, informative, and entertaining introduction to the terminology of language, logic, and literature. Topics are a...
As the first African American player in major league base-ball, Jackie Robinson had the eyes of the nation upon him. The pressure was incredible; not only did he constantly face prejudice--from ignorant fans, malicious players, and even bigoted sportswriters--but he also carried the hopes and expectations of all those who were rooting for him. Most mortals would have been crushed, but Jackie Robinson was no ordinary man. Maintaining both his dignity and calm while under attack, Robinson handled the stress heroically and delivered top-notch performance. His first year he batted .297, was...
As the first African American player in major league base-ball, Jackie Robinson had the eyes of the nation upon him. The pressure was incredible; n...
