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Chicago Guides to Writing, Editing, and Publishing Ser.: Craft of Research, Fourth Edition by Joseph M. Williams, William T. FitzGerald, Joseph Bizup, Gregory G. Colomb and Wayne C. Booth (2016, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherUniversity of Chicago Press
ISBN-10022623973X
ISBN-139780226239736
eBay Product ID (ePID)27038283399
Product Key Features
Number of Pages336 Pages
Publication NameCraft of Research, Fourth Edition
LanguageEnglish
SubjectResearch, Technical Writing, Composition & Creative Writing
Publication Year2016
TypeNot Available
AuthorJoseph M. Williams, William T. Fitzgerald, Joseph Bizup, Gregory G. Colomb, Wayne C. Booth
Subject AreaTechnology & Engineering, Référence, Language Arts & Disciplines
SeriesChicago Guides to Writing, Editing, and Publishing Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
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Item Height1.2 in
Item Weight16 Oz
Item Length8.5 in
Item Width5.5 in
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Edition Number4
LCCN2016-000143
ReviewsA well-constructed, articulate reminder of how important fundamental questions of style and approach, such as clarity and precision, are to all research., This thorough but inexpensive book is foundational for understanding the research process from beginning to end, and the appendix lists sources for disciplinary-specific guidance that might be improved by including literature on particular research methods., Accessible, readable and jargon-free. . . . The Craft of Research pays close attention to readers' needs and anxieties., For those writers in search of solid research to fuel their writing, this well-structured, accessible and affordable book is a gem., I recommend it to my students . . . and keep a copy close at hand as the first option offered to students who ask, 'Just how should I begin my research?', What sets The Craft of Research apart from these other resources is that it teaches the reader how to think deeply about research in a more general sense. . . . The ample, updated examples of present-day research propositions used to illustrate such thought exercises help to keep the approach fresh and contemporary for a new generation of readers. Information professionals and experienced researchers will especially appreciate the expanded and updated sections on how to find resources in today's information-rich, digital environment.
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Edition23
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal001.4/2
Table Of ContentPreface: The Aims of This Edition: xi Our Debts: xv I. Research, Researchers, and Readers: 1 1. Thinking in Print: The Uses of Research, Public and Private: 9 2. Connecting with Your Reader: Creating a Role for Yourself and Your Readers: 16 II. Asking Questions, Finding Answers: 27 3. From Topics to Questions: 33 4. From Questions to a Problem: 49 5. From Problems to Sources: 65 6. Engaging Sources: 85 III. Making an Argument: 105 7. Making Good Arguments: An Overview: 110 8. Making Claims: 122 9. Assembling Reasons and Evidence: 132 10. Acknowledgments and Responses: 141 11. Warrants: 155 IV. Writing Your Argument: 173 12. Planning and Drafting: 177 13. Organizing Your Argument: 189 14. Incorporating Sources: 200 15. Communicating Evidence Visually: 214 16. Introductions and Conclusions: 232 17. Revising Style: Telling Your Story Clearly: 248 V. Some Last Considerations: 269 The Ethics of Research: 271 A Postscript for Teachers: 275 Appendix: Bibliographical Resources: 281 Index: 313
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SynopsisWith more than 600,000 copies now in print, The Craft of Research is the unrivaled resource for researchers at every level, from first-year undergraduates to research reporters at corporations and government offices. Seasoned researchers and educators Wayne C. Booth, Gregory G. Colomb, and Joseph M. Williams present a fundamental and accessible text that explains how to build an argument that engages and persuades readers, how to effectively anticipate and respond to the reservations of readers, and how to find and evaluate sources and integrate them into an argument. The fourth edition has been carefully and respectfully revised by Joseph Bizup and William T. FitzGerald. It retains all the wisdom and sound advice of earlier editions but now reflects the way research and writing practices are taught today, as well as how students find and engage with sources in the digital age, and the extensive bibliography of subject area resources has been thoroughly updated. Throughout, The Craft of Research, Fourth Edition, preserves the amiable tone, the reliable voice, and the sense of directness that have made this book an indispensable guide for anyone undertaking a research project., A newly updated Fifth Edition of The Craft of Research has just been published under the ISBN 9780226826677. You can find it through search on this site or at any retailer. With more than three-quarters of a million copies sold since its first publication, The Craft of Research has helped generations of researchers at every level--from first-year undergraduates to advanced graduate students to research reporters in business and government--learn how to conduct effective and meaningful research. Conceived by seasoned researchers and educators Wayne C. Booth, Gregory G. Colomb, and Joseph M. Williams, this fundamental work explains how to find and evaluate sources, anticipate and respond to reader reservations, and integrate these pieces into an argument that stands up to reader critique. The fourth edition has been thoroughly but respectfully revised by Joseph Bizup and William T. FitzGerald. It retains the original five-part structure, as well as the sound advice of earlier editions, but reflects the way research and writing are taught and practiced today. Its chapters on finding and engaging sources now incorporate recent developments in library and Internet research, emphasizing new techniques made possible by online databases and search engines. Bizup and FitzGerald provide fresh examples and standardized terminology to clarify concepts like argument , warrant , and problem . Following the same guiding principle as earlier editions--that the skills of doing and reporting research are not just for elite students but for everyone--this new edition retains the accessible voice and direct approach that have made The Craft of Research a leader in the field of research reference. With updated examples and information on evaluation and using contemporary sources, this beloved classic is ready for the next generation of researchers. Over 700,000 copies sold Every step of the academic research process, from the "why" of research through forming the research question, formulating an argument, and revision Helpful chapters on research ethics, formulation of writing assignments for teachers, and an appendix of research tools for both off and online Clear advice on building a strong argument in an age of false claims Careful attention to both the how and why of objective research-based writing Easy to follow, time-tested advice A must-have for any college or graduate student, With more than three-quarters of a million copies sold since its first publication, The Craft of Research has helped generations of researchers at every level--from first-year undergraduates to advanced graduate students to research reporters in business and government--learn how to conduct effective and meaningful research. Conceived by seasoned researchers and educators Wayne C. Booth, Gregory G. Colomb, and Joseph M. Williams, this fundamental work explains how to find and evaluate sources, anticipate and respond to reader reservations, and integrate these pieces into an argument that stands up to reader critique. The fourth edition has been thoroughly but respectfully revised by Joseph Bizup and William T. FitzGerald. It retains the original five-part structure, as well as the sound advice of earlier editions, but reflects the way research and writing are taught and practiced today. Its chapters on finding and engaging sources now incorporate recent developments in library and Internet research, emphasizing new techniques made possible by online databases and search engines. Bizup and FitzGerald provide fresh examples and standardized terminology to clarify concepts like argument , warrant , and problem . Following the same guiding principle as earlier editions--that the skills of doing and reporting research are not just for elite students but for everyone--this new edition retains the accessible voice and direct approach that have made The Craft of Research a leader in the field of research reference. With updated examples and information on evaluation and using contemporary sources, this beloved classic is ready for the next generation of researchers.
LC Classification NumberQ180.55.M4B66 2016
