Category Archives: Journal #1

1)  “More than just a set of skills, analysis is a frame of mind, an attitude toward experience. It is a form of detective work…”(pg4) I am a poet and I always thought of myself as a creative writer. Before reading … Continue reading →

Rosenwasser’s piece on writing analytically really makes a person rethink their own process of analyzing. He points out a specific method in which one can analyze textual material. Personally, I have a lot of trouble with analysis. Starting with his … Continue reading →

After reading Rosenwasser’s work on writing analytically, I was able to see many of my flaws I struggle with when it comes to analysis. One of his first points that struck me was the first analytical move: “Suspend Judgment.”  I … Continue reading →

Rosenwasser brings up very interesting and important points about the process of analyzing. My issue with analyzing textual material is that I always conclude to generalizations. Rosenwasser describes analysis as a “sustained act of reflection” or “writing to understand” (3). … Continue reading →