Writing Research Papers: A Complete Guide, 13th Edition [Paperback]

James D. Lester (Author), Jr. James D. Lester (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 7, 2009 | ISBN-10: 0205651925 | ISBN-13: 978-0205651924 | Edition: 13th

The definitive research paper guide for your courses , Writing Research Papers combines a traditional and practical approach to the research process with the latest information on electronic research and presentation. This market-leading text provides you with step-by-step guidance through the research writing process, from selecting and narrowing a topic to formatting the finished document. It includes an extremely thorough and accurate coverage of citation styles for a wide variety of disciplines. 

 To help you keep on top of your work Writing Research Papers backs up its instruction with the most complete array of samples of any writing guide of this nature.

Product Details

• Paperback: 416 pages
• Publisher: Longman; 13th edition (January 7, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0205651925
• ISBN-13: 978-0205651924
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #30,928 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lester, after 13 editions, its' still the best., March 26, 2011

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This review is from: Writing Research Papers: A Complete Guide, 13th Edition (Paperback)

Lester's "Writing Research Papers" is still the standard reference tool for university students and high school students who have to write research papers. It also provides an excellent rubric for developing and organizing any type of essay, not just research papers. I first encountered this book as an undergraduate in it's fourth edition. I had previously used Coyle and similar books as required resources. Comparatively, Lester wins hand down because it is concise with good examples. Many editions later, in the world of electronic communications, Lester is still relevant as it has been updated to provide an accepted standard for citing electronic reference and Web sources. I have had to purchase three additional copies since my first, one for each of my sons. In fact I really need to get the most recent edition for my own use since my youngest will taking his copy with him when he heads off to college. This is a must have reference tool for any serious student and a good resource for the professional.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book, February 27, 2011

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This book was required for the class, but I would have bought it anyway! It is a very clear and concise writing guide..

0 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect, September 9, 2011

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This review is from: Writing Research Papers (Spiral) (13th Edition) (Spiral-bound)

The Writing Research Paper spiral was what I ordered and it even came in early. I would use this person again.