Short Guide to Writing About History, A, 5/E
Richard A. Marius, (late), Harvard University
Melvin E. Page, Northwestern Universty

ISBN-10: 0321227166
ISBN-13: 9780321227164

Publisher: Longman
Copyright: 2005
Format: Paper; 240 pp
Published: 07/06/2004

This item has been replaced by Short Guide to Writing About History, A, 6/E .

An ideal supplement in any history course that requires writing, A Short Guide to Writing About History stresses thinking and writing like an historian.

This engaging and practical text helps students get beyond merely compiling dates and facts; it teaches them how to incorporate their own ideas into their papers and to tell a story about history that interests them and their peers. Covering both brief essays and the documented resource paper, the text explores the writing and researching processes, different modes of historical writing including argument, and offers guidelines for improving style.

  • Chapter discussions and exercises cover all stages of the writing and research process: from questioning sources and evaluating materials through gathering information and writing drafts, to writing, grammar, and documenting sources.
  • Full-length research paper offers a strong model for students.
  • Uses writing samples from diverse historical areas to illustrate concepts.
  • Includes helpful information on using, evaluating, and citing online sources.
  • “Writer's Checklists” in every chapter remind students of the key questions to ask themselves before starting a writing project.
  • Chapter 8, “Documenting Sources,” contains a listing of key citation formats for students.
  • This text is also available as a SafariX WebBook. SafariX Textbooks Online is an exciting new choice for students looking to save money. As an alternative to purchasing the print textbook, students can subscribe to the same content online and save up to 50% off the suggested list price of the print text. Students can search the text, make notes online, print out reading assignments that incorporate lecture notes, and bookmark important passages for later review. For more information, or to subscribe to the SafariX WebBook, visit www.safarix.com.

  • New chapter on “Writing in the Electronic Environment” includes new information focusing on research, discussion groups, and evaluating Web sources.
  • Content on electronic citations reflects the new fifteenth edition of The Chicago Manual of Style.
  • New Appendix on “Writing Shorter Essays and Essay Examinations.”

"A Writer's Checklist" appears at end of each chapter.

1. Writing and History.

Stories about the Past Intended to be True.

Writing History as a Way of Thinking.

Basic Principles for History Essays.



2. Thinking About History.

Questioning Sources.

Making Inferences.

Evaluating Materials.



3. Modes of Historical Writing.

Description.

Narrative.

Exposition.

Argument.



4. Gathering Information.

Focusing on Your Topic.

Considering Potential Sources.



5. Taking Notes and Writing Drafts.

Recording Information and Ideas.

Organizing Your Essay.

Writing and Revising Drafts.



6. Writing in an Electronic Environment.

Questioning.

Research.

Evaluation.

Organization.

Revision.



7. Writing Conventions and Style.

Simple and Direct Writing.

Evidence and Quotations.

Word Forms and Punctuation.



8. Documenting Sources.

Basic Principles.

Electronic Sources.

Notes and Bibliographies.



Appendix A. Sample Student Research Paper.


Appendix B. Shorter Essays (and Examinations).


Appendix C. Book Reviews.

    An ideal supplement in any history course that requires writing, A Short Guide to Writing About History stresses thinking and writing like a historian.

    This engaging and practical little text helps students get beyond merely compiling dates and facts; it teaches them how to incorporate their own ideas into their papers and to tell a story about history that interests them and their peers. Covering both brief essays and the documented resource paper, the text explores the writing and researching processes, different modes of historical writing including argument and concludes with guidelines for improving style.

  • 0321093003Short Guide to Writing About History, A, 4/E
    Marius & Page
    © 2002 | Longman | Paper; 240 pages | Instock
    ISBN-10: 0321093003 | ISBN-13: 9780321093004
    Brief Description

    An ideal complement for any history course, A Short Guide to Writing About History stresses thinking and writing like an historian.

     

    This engaging and practical text helps students get beyond merely compiling dates and facts; it teaches them how to incorporate their own ideas into their papers and to tell a story about history that interests them and their peers. Covering brief essays and the documented resource paper, the text explores the writing and researching processes, different modes of historical writing (including argument), and offers guidelines for improving style as well as documenting sources.

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    Marius & Page
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