Literature and the Writing Process Backpack Edition combines the best elements of a literature anthology with those of a handbook to guide students through the interrelated process of analytical reading and critical writing. Text writing assignments use literature as a tool of critical thought, a method for analysis, and a way of communicating ideas.  This approach emphasizes writing as the focus of the book with literature as the means to write effectively.  A two-part organization combines a literary anthology with composition instruction so students have everything they need at their fingertips.  Some of the key features include: Writing Process in every chapter.  The book reinforces writing process from prewriting, writing, ideas for writing, and rewriting in every chapter.  Affordable, smaller format of our popular Literature and the Writing Process.  Expanded argument writing coverage (Ch. 3) offers more support for improving writing skills. Up-to-Date MLA coverage reflects the most current guidelines from the Modern Language Association.