This brief, practical guide offers a clear and comprehensive
strategy for conceptualizing, approaching, and executing the task
of writing a research paper in the humanities and social sciences.
In addition, it provides: ´ a critical and process-oriented
approach to the tasks of topic selection, formulation of the
research question, thesis development, and argumentation. ´
judiciously selected examples drawn from a broad range of
disciplines. ´ concise treatment of the aims, methods, and
conventions of scholarly research, including the opportunities and
pitfalls of Internet use. ´ a wealth of conceptual and
organizational tools, and more.