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'Mike Wallace and Alison Wray's book confirms that the answers that you get depend on the questions that you ask. One of the most important skills for researchers to acquire is that of asking the right questions, and they show that this process begins with identifying the questions that need to be asked about the existing literature on a chosen subject. Wallace and Wray demonstrate that critical engagement with one's sources pays dividends in terms of depth of understanding what those sources tell us. In addition, developing the skills of the critical reader also helps to make budding researchers into better writers, through the realisation of what works better and what works less well when communicating ideas and information. The book is written in a clear and straightforward fashion that is guaranteed to make you think, as well as encouraging constructive and engaging modes of writing that will improve your connection to your audience. '
Professor Graham Crow,
University of Southampton
Professor Graham Crow,
University of Southampton
Praise for first edition:
A very clear, accessible introduction that will be invaluable to postgraduate students trying to engage with reading and writing in a critical way' - R.M. Lee, Professor of Social Research Methods, Royal Holloway University of London
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'Written in a clear and straightforward fashion that is guaranteed to make you think, as well as encouraging constructive and engaging modes of writing that will improve your connection to your audience.' Professor Graham Crow, University of Southampton
In this new edition the authors show students how to read critically and how to write using critical techniques. This book is a 'must-have' resource for postgraduate students and early-career academics. It has been expanded and updated to include:
- A range of examples encompassing disciplinary areas including linguistics, education, business and management
- Commentaries on using e-resources and features of e-research
- New and additional material available online including access to journal articles
This book is for postgraduate students, methods course tutors and researchers.
Praise for first edition:
A very clear, accessible introduction that will be invaluable to postgraduate students trying to engage with reading and writing in a critical way' - R.M. Lee, Professor of Social Research Methods, Royal Holloway University of London
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30 of 30 people found the following review helpful
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I have been teaching literature review techniques to masters and PhD students for several years and I wholeheartedly endorse this book. Wallace and Wray have produced a clear, comprehensible and structured approach to critical reading and writing. The book provides a number of useful exercises and the worked examples are excellent. The book is essential reading for postgraduate students, researchers and educators in any social science discipline.
21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
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If you are new in the field of academia and are feeling a bit lost where, critical reading and writing is concerned, then this is the book for you! It is carefully thought out, easy to follow and provides excellent examples within each section. I particularly found the section on writing a literature review useful as this area is always a bit of a minefield. This book is suitable for Post-Grads at all levels and even the more experienced student/academic may learn a few new skills.
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
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For someone who hasn't been to uni and learnt to write critically at this level, this book is a lifesaver! After being tasked with writing a 3000 word critical review on 5 journal articles, I didn't know where to start, but after just reading chapters 1-5 (enough for the first year in my opinion), I already have a much clearer idea of how to structure and present my essay. I find myself referring to it constantly. Also very readable and not difficult to understand. Highly recommended.
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Comprehensive and Readable
This is one of the best books for postgraduate researchers I have come across. Some brighter undergraduate students could cope with this but I would urge the authors to produce a... Read more
Published 6 months ago by The Collector
Sucess or No Success?
I've yet to submit any summative assessment, but the publication has cetainly been good for pointers here and there. Read more
Published 7 months ago by lc0105
excellent for masters degree research
bought this for my son who is in his final year studying for a masters degree. Great relative to his disseration research
Published 8 months ago by sue
ESSENTIAL reading (and USE) for postgrad study
This book sits on my desk, filled with little flags and I have all the forms on my computer. It has provided so much information and structure and just plain HELP towards my... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Meg learner
Don't judge a book by its cover
The subject was written as at first glance, and admittedly second through fourth, this was not a book that inspired me to pick it up. Read more
Published on 23 Feb 2010 by Christian
Must have for postgrad researchers
This is an excellent, practical guide to critical reading and writing for postgrad level. I am a PhD student and have found this invaluable so far - it has given me some solid tips... Read more
Published on 17 Nov 2009 by Ms. R. Hewett
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