ENGL 1100 - Writing & Research

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What types of information do books contain?

• Introductory information about your topic
• Broad and deep overviews of your topic that cover it from a wide variety of perspectives
• In depth analysis of different aspects of your topic
• Synthesis of all of the existing research on your topic in a single place
• Multiple research studies related to your topic in a single collection

Why use books?

• To get a comprehensive overview all in one place
• To explore your topic from many different perspectives
• Support your argument with proven evidence
• Provide expert analysis of research on a specific topic

Are books peer-reviewed?

If your book is written by an expert in their field and published by a reputed publisher, it was likely subject to an editorial review process that ensures the information it contains is high quality.