Making sense : a student's guide to research and writing

Now in its seventh edition, the original volume of the bestselling Making Sense series is an indispensable research and writing guide for students in any discipline. Maintaining the signature straightforward style of the series, this updated edition outlines the general principles of style, grammar, and usage, while covering such topics as how to conduct academic research, how to write essays, and how to properly document sources. Concise and accessible, with new information on technology-based research and group presentations, this latest edition continues to be an invaluable resource for students throughout their academic careers and beyond.

• A Note to the Student p. vi
• Acknowledgements p. vii
• 1 Writing and Thinking p. 1
• 2 Writing an Essay p. 8
• 3 Writing a Book Report p. 39
• 4 Writing a Lab Report p. 45
• 5 Writing a Business Report p. 54
• 6 Using Illustrations p. 68
• 7 Documenting Sources p. 73
• 8 Giving an Oral Presentation p. 110
• 9 Writing Examinations p. 119
• 10 Writing a Resume and Letter of Application p. 128
• 11 Writing with Style p. 138
• 12 Common Errors in Grammar and Usage p. 154
• 13 Punctuation p. 168
• 14 Misused Words and Phrases p. 184
• Glossary p. 198
• Index p. 209