The Language of Composition is the first textbook built from
the ground up to help students succeed in the AP English Language
course. Written by a team of experts with experience in both high school
and college, this text focuses on teaching students the skills they
need to read, write, and think at the college level. With practical
advice and an extensive selection of readings - including essays,
poetry, fiction, and visual texts - The Language of Composition
helps students develop the key skills they must master to pass the
course, to succeed on the AP Exam, and to prepare for a successful
college career. Revised based on feedback from teachers across the
country, the second edition promises to be an even better resource for
the AP Language classroom.