The Curious Researcher: A Guide to Writing Research Papers - Softcover

Ballenger, Bruce

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0321175212 ISBN 13: 9780321175212

Publisher: Pearson, 2003

Synopsis

The Curious Researcher offers an inquiry-based theme throughout designed to remind writers that curiosity is still the best reason for uncovering information and ideas. Perfect for anyone seeking an alternative to more traditional reference works, this book shows writers that the research process, like the writing process, can be full of rewarding discoveries and demonstrates that research papers can be equally interesting and accessible.

About this title

Synopsis

Featuring an engaging, direct writing style and inquiry-based approach, this popular research guide stresses that curiosity is the best reason for investigating ideas and information. An appealing alternative to traditional research texts, The Curious Researcher stands apart for its motivational tone and its conviction that research writing can be full of rewarding discoveries. Offering a wide variety of examples from student and professional writers, this popular guide shows that good research and lively writing do not have to be mutually exclusive. Students are encouraged to find ways to bring their writing to life, even though they are writing with "facts." A unique chronological organization sets up achievable writing goals while it provides week-by-week guidance through the research process. Full explanations of the technical aspects of writing and documenting source-based papers help students develop sound research and analysis skills.

Edition details

• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication date: 2003
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0321175212
• ISBN 13: 9780321175212
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 412