The Curious Researcher

Featuring an engaging, direct writing style and inquiry-based approach,The Curious Researcherstresses that curiosity is the best reason for investigating ideas and information.   KEY BENEFIT: Offering a wide variety of examples from  writers, this popular guide shows that good research and lively writing do not have to be mutually exclusive. Readers are encouraged to find ways to bring their writing to life, even though they are writing with “facts.”   Full explanations of the technical aspects of writing and documenting source-based papers help students develop sound research and analysis skills.   Topics include information on selecting a research topic, the latest information on Internet research, advice on structuring  a research paper, and full treatment of MLA and APA citation formats.   Research, General Interest