Essaying the Past. How to Read, Write, and Think about History. Jim Cullen

Историческая литература.

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Essaying the Past. How to Read, Write, and Think about History


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isbn 9781119111917

Автор произведения Jim Cullen

Жанр Историческая литература

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Издательство John Wiley & Sons Limited


Part research manual, part study guide, and part introduction to the study of history, Essaying the Past guides the reader through the nuts and bolts of producing good historical prose, offering key strategies and useful tips. Includes expert advice on writing about history, conducting good research, and learning how to think analytically Covers important topics such as framing questions, developing a strong introduction and topic sentences, choosing good evidence, and the crucial role of revision An annotated case study takes the reader through one student’s process of writing an essay and illustrates how strategies discussed in the book can be successfully implemented Six appendices cover the major issues facing students today, such as the dangers of plagiarism and the role of the internet