The engaging first edition of The Canadian Writers World: Essays, takes a systematic approach to the basics of essay writing through the steps of exploring, developing, revising and editing.  It enhances cultural literacy by encouraging students to think about the world and their place in it, through examples which expand the students' knowledge of history, literature, arts, science, and workplace issues.  It focuses on the essential building blocks to effective written communication: exploring, developing and revising and editing. The content, form, structure and pedagogy of the text are designed with the recognition and understanding that the Canadian classroom is made up of many different cultural communities that include native English speakers, non-standard English speakers, and non-native speakers. This text appeals to a variety of skill levels, and includes a large number of exercises designed to interest and engage students both in and out of the classroom.