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The Psychology of Writing

by Ronald T. Kellogg (Author)

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The human ability to render meaning through symbolic media such as art, dance, music, and speech defines, in many ways, the uniqueness of our species. One symbolic medium in particular--written expression--has aroused increasing interest among researchers across disciplines, in areas as
diverse as the humanities, education, and the social sciences because it offers a fascinating window into the processes underlying the creation and enunciation of symbolic representation.
In The Psychology of Writing, cognitive psychologist Ronald T. Kellogg reviews and integrates the fast-growing, multidisciplinary field of composition research, a field that seeks to understand how people formulate and express their thoughts with the symbols of written text. By examining the
production of written text, the book fills a large gap in cognitive psychology, which until now has focused on speech production, comprehension, and reading, while virtually ignoring how people write. Throughout, the author masterfully examines the many critical factors that come together during the
writing process--including writer personality, work schedules, method of composing, and knowledge. In providing an important new theoretical framework that enables readers from a wide range of backgrounds to navigate the extensive composition literature, the author drives home the profound
significance of meaning-making as a defining feature of human cognition. Kellogg not only draws from the work of leading composition scholars, but quotes insights into the writing process proffered by some of the most gifted practitioners of the writing craft--including E.M. Forster, John Updike,
and Samuel Johnson.
Engaging and lively, The Psychology of Writing is the perfect introduction to the subject for students, researchers, journalists, and interested general readers.

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0195129083
ISBN-13

978-0195129083
Publisher

Oxford University Press
Publication date

August 5, 1999
Language

English
Dimensions

6.1 x 0.8 x 9 inches
Print length

264 pages
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"There was not a moment in reading and rereading this book where we doubted its worth, craft, or novelty. What it does well, it does very, very well." -- Contemporary Psychology

About the Author

Ronald T. Kellogg, Professor of Psychology and Chairman of the Department of Psychology, University of Missouri-Rolla.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Oxford University Press (August 5, 1999)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 264 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0195129083
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0195129083
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.6 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.1 x 0.8 x 9 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #3,185,457 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #1,121 in Cognitive Psychology (Books)
- #1,626 in Psychology Education & Training (Books)
- #1,828 in Creative Writing & Composition

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Gail

It will be a great support in our approach to working with students as ...

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on December 2, 2014

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I'm grateful to have found this book. I'm a professional writer and editor with extensive experience supporting scholars who are developing manuscripts for publication, and supporting faculty developing grant proposals. I recently accepted a new position--a shift in focus for me--to help faculty with Writing Across Curriculum activities for graduate students. This book is a godsend. It gives rich detail about what is known about the cognitive processes associated with writing (which is synonymous with iterative thinking activities). I've only gotten through the first chapter of the book, and am already deeply grateful to have found it. It will be a great support in our approach to working with students as they navigate the transformation process involved in developing critical thinking skills, habits, and their professional identities.

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Josh N

Four Stars

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Practical and insightful text. However, the seller’s description was misleading. There was writing and other markings throughout.

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Marta

A must read before you sit to write your memoir

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on November 8, 2014

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After reading some chapters of this book, I feel more confident to create a solid base structure for my writting's narrative

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Kimberly Fujioka

Excellent book! Kellogg talks about motivation and cognitive issues that plague writers

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on January 23, 2013

Excellent book by Kellogg, a master in the field. He talks about issues that nowadays are mislabeled as "writers block" when they are simply cognitive issues. Motivation, goal setting and follow through is the fodder for psychologists and can help any aspiring writer. This is a research book, by the way since Kellogg is an academic. It has lots of practical information that can help anyone struggling with not "finding the time" to write.

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Dina

Science of writing and cognition of the brain

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on August 28, 2014

This is great! Very insightful and full of great tips. This is a perfect companion for an 8-part article I read called "Handwriting is More Than Just Pen & Paper" (Google it) which takes the science even further. Together they further the cognitive aspect of writing!

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