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Its been almost 30 years since the first edition of Going to the Sources: A Guide to Historical Research and Writing was first published. Newly revised and updated, the sixth edition of this bestselling guide helps students at all levels meet the challenge of writing their first (or their first 'real') research paper.Presenting various schools of thought, this useful tool explores the dynamic, nature, and professional history of research papers, and shows readers how to identify, find, and evaluate both primary and secondary sources for their own writing assignments.This new edition addresses the shifting nature of historical study over the last twenty years. Going to the Sources: A Guide to Historical Research and Writing includes: A new section analyzing attempts by authors of historical works to identify and cultivate the appropriate public for their writings, from scholars appealing to a small circle of fellow specialists, to popular authors seeking mass readership A handy style guide for creating footnotes, endnotes, bibliographical entries, as well as a list of commonly used abbreviationsAdvanced Placement high school and undergraduate college students taking history courses at every level will benefit from the engaging, thoughtful, and downtoearth advice within this handson guide.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Going to the Sources'? A: The book focuses on guiding students through the process of historical research and writing, helping them to effectively write their first research papers.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Going to the Sources'? A: The author of 'Going to the Sources: A Guide to Historical Research and Writing' is Anthony Brundage.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: The available edition is the sixth edition, which has been newly revised and updated.
- Q: What subjects does this book cover? A: The book covers historiography, various schools of thought in historical study, and provides insights on identifying and using primary and secondary sources.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 176 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Going to the Sources' published? A: The book was published on June 26, 2017.
- Q: Is this book suitable for high school students? A: Yes, the book is suitable for Advanced Placement high school students as well as undergraduate college students studying history.
- Q: What additional resources does the book provide? A: The book includes a handy style guide for creating footnotes and bibliographical entries, along with a list of commonly used abbreviations.
- Q: How does this edition differ from previous ones? A: This edition addresses the shifting nature of historical study over the last twenty years and includes new sections on audience engagement for historical works.