Composition Planning (1913)

Composition Planning is a book written by John Baker Opdycke and originally published in 1913. The book provides a comprehensive guide to planning and organizing written compositions, with a focus on essays and term papers. Opdycke begins by discussing the importance of planning and outlining before beginning to write, emphasizing the need for a clear and logical structure. He then provides detailed guidance on how to create an effective outline, including tips on selecting a topic, gathering and organizing research, and developing a thesis statement. The book also includes chapters on style and tone, with advice on how to write clearly and concisely, and how to choose appropriate language and sentence structure. Opdycke also covers the importance of editing and revising, providing practical tips on how to refine and improve a composition. Overall, Composition Planning is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their writing skills, whether for academic or professional purposes. Its timeless advice on planning, organization, and style remains relevant today, over a century after its initial publication.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.