Craft of Writing in Sociology : Developing the Argument in Undergraduate Essa...

Craft of Writing in Sociology : Developing the Argument in Undergraduate Essays and Dissertations, Paperback by Balmer, Andrew; Murcott, Anne, ISBN 1784992704, ISBN-13 9781784992705, Used Good Condition, Free shipping in the USThe craft of writing in sociology is an indispensable companion for students studying sociology and related disciplines, such as politics and human geography, and students taking a course which draws upon sociological writing, such as nursing, social psychology or health studies. Itdemystifies the process of constructing coherent and powerful arguments, starting from an essay's opening paragraphs, building evidence and sequencing key points in the middle, through to pulling together a punchy conclusion. It gives a clear and helpful overview of the most important grammaticalrules in English, and provides advice on how to solve common problems experienced in writing, including getting rid of waffle, overcoming writer's block and cutting an essay down to its required length. Using examples from essays written by sociology students at leading universities, th showswhat they have done well, what could be done better and how to improve their work using the techniques reviewed.