Warburton, Nigel, 1962-

The basics of essay writing / Nigel Warburton - 1st ed - London : New York : Routledge, 2007 - ix, 117 p. ; 20 cm

Includes bibliographical references (p. 115-117)

What's the point? -- Start writing -- Answer the question -- Research and planning -- Beginnings, middles, ends -- Making a case -- Plagiarism, quotation, reference -- The craft of writing -- The exam essay -- Improving your writing

Essay writing is an essential skill for students at all academic levels, and the ability to produce clear, well-argued essays is key to good coursework and passing exams. This text offers the new or under-confident essay writer all the guidance and advice needed to develop and improve their skills

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English language--Composition and exercises--Study and teaching (Secondary)
Report writing--Study and teaching (Secondary)

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