Writing Research Papers: A Complete GuideThe definitive research paper guide, Writing Research Papers combines a traditional and practical approach to the research process with the latest information on electronic research and presentation. This market-leading text provides students with step-by-step guidance through the research writing process from selecting and narrowing a topic, to formatting the finished document. Also, Writing Research Papers backs up its instruction with the most complete array of samples of any research writing guide on the market. The text continues its extremely thorough and accurate coverage of citation styles for a wide variety of disciplines. The Eleventh Edition maintains Lester's successful approach while detailing the uses of new computer technologies that are changing the face of research.Available in two formats--perfect-bound (0-321-23646-7) and spiral-bound with tabs (0-321-23647-5, a handier format at a slightly higher price)--Lester's text is one that students will keep throughout their college careers. |
Contents
Writing from Research | 1 |
Finding a Topic | 10 |
2b Talking with Others to Refine the Topic | 17 |
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