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How to Write Better Essays
Series: Bloomsbury Study Skills
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Filled with practical techniques and worked examples, it teaches how to analyse complex concepts, evaluate arguments, use evidence effectively, and develop original ideas. The fifth edition adds a new chapter on maintaining focus and managing distractions, plus updated strategies for reading sources to build strong, original arguments.
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This book is ideal for students at any level who need practical, confidence-building advice on essay writing and critical thinking.
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For every student who needs to write essays, from whatever discipline, this book is an essential resource, offering the help and inspiration they need to tackle their essays with confidence.
How to Write Better Essays takes the reader carefully through each landmark stage of the essay writing process, from the interpretation of the question to the research, planning, and revision. It shows readers not just how to improve their study skills, such as note-taking, reading, organisation, and writing, but their thinking skills too.
Full of techniques and worked examples, this bestselling guide teaches students how to analyse difficult concepts, criticise and evaluate arguments, use evidence, and develop more ideas of their own. It provides clear and practical advice throughout and gives students the confidence they need to tackle written assignments.
New for this edition:
The fifth edition includes a new chapter on staying focused and managing distractions. It also features new techniques for reading sources that will help you form your own judgements and craft strong and original arguments.
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Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781350337923
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 15 December 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic
Edition: 5th edition
Audience: Tertiary education
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 18.0mm
Width: 156.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 600g
Pages: 336
About the Author
Bryan Greetham was an Honorary Fellow at the University of Durham, UK, and previously taught at University of Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia. He is the author of How to Write Your Undergraduate Dissertation, How to Write Your Literature Review, and Smart Thinking.
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