"Reading and Thinking" by McCloskey and Dow. This book is a text for English composition classes, designed to stimulate students' interest in reading and guide them to better understanding. It's a rare vintage hardcover book printed in 1939.

There are many pages with underlining and the student wrote their  name in the front.  See photos!!

Key aspects of the book include:

It encourages students to engage with reading selections and analyze them through questions about words, form, and content.

The book's goal is to improve students' comprehension and self-expression.

The book aims to enhance not just reading skills but also critical thinking. Critical reading involves analyzing and interpreting texts, while critical thinking is about evaluating information and deciding what to believe. Both skills are essential for making informed judgments and arguments.