Critical book review/ political science

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Assignment: Critical Book Review

Format: APA (American Psychological Association)

Length: 4-5 pages (Content)

Your assignment is to write Critical Book Review How Democratic Is the American Constitution by Robert A. Dahl. Once you have read the book you are to write a Critical Book Review. A Critical Book Review is more than a book report, but is a chance for you to give your reaction to the work and author.

· You do not need to provide an Abstract or author’s note.

· The title page and reference page do not count as part of the 4-5 pages of content.

· You do need to provide a reference page even if your only reference is the assigned book itself.

· Do not use the online encyclopedia Wikipedia as a source.

· You must have a title page (Do not put pictures, charts, graphs, etc. on the title page. Simply follow APA 6th Edition format.

· Do not use an overabundance of quotes in your paper. I want to read your writing not another author’s.

· Watch paragraph length. A paragraph shouldn’t go on for 2 pages or more.

· Do not overuse commas…if in doubt…leave it out.

Consider the following in writing your critical book review:

· What are the positive and negative aspects of the book?

· Does it cover the issue adequately?

· Does it cover a historical or contemporary view?

· What would you like to see added to the book or taken out?

· How well does the book add to your knowledge of our American system of politics?

· Would you recommend the book(s) to others? Why or Why not?