Type of paper Essay (Any Type)
Subject History
Number of pages 3
Format of citation APA
Number of cited resources 0
Type of service Writing
Evaluate, summarize, and analyze the contents of the books. Make clear, by frequent reference to the author(s) of the book, that you are presenting the author(s) views, not yours. You must offer textual evidence for every point you make about the monographs. One of the easiest ways to accomplish this is to put a simple parenthetical page citation after you comment. This also shows me the thoroughness with which you read the monographs and forces you to return to the work to make sure you are fairly representing the author′s comments. Typed, double spaced, using 12 point font, Times New Roman, 1-inch margins Introduction Paragraph Give the title the monograph and name of author (full name here with subsequent references to the family name only for the rest of the paper). Identify author’s credentials – profession/importance in field. Introduce the topic of the book by summarizing the issue or topic discussed in the book. Include the author’s thesis. Body Paragraphs 1st Paragraph How important was the aftermath of the fire in the overall scope of the Progressive movement in the United States? Describe some of the reforms that were brought about because of the fire. Provide textual evidence. 2nd Paragraph Explain the author’s use of resources in detail. Not just what type of sources (primary and secondary) utilized, but whether or not they were appropriate for the monograph should be included. Include a historiography of at least two other works and how they compare/contrast to von Drehle’s thesis. Provide textual evidence. 3rd Paragraph Defend the author’s thesis that the fire was a crucial moment in American history that forced fundamental reforms from the political machinery of New York and the whole nation. Did the author support/prove his argument? Explain by providing specific examples from the book. (Remember you are trying to convince me you read the entire book.) Provide textual evidence. Conclusion Write a conclusion paragraph that briefly tells the reader what you wrote about in your essay and your overall findings. A conclusion paragraph provides intellectual closure for the reader. There is some redundancy in a conclusion paragraph, but it still is essential to provide closure in a skillfully written essay. Remind your readers of the importance of the topic and provide a final assessment of the monograph and its potential impact on United States society today. Make a recommendation about the type of reader likely to enjoy or benefit from the work.
