Writing a book review
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2010
Abstract
A book review is a form of academic writing that provides a succinct yet critical analysis evaluating the content, style, merit and significance of a book. The reader should gain insight into the strengths and weaknesses of the book, aided by input from the reviewer. The four stages of writing a book review are: introducing the book, outlining its contents, highlighting parts of the book by selecting particular chapters or themes, and giving a detailed evaluation.
Keywords
Book analysis, book review, medical writing, scientific paper
Publication Title
Singapore Medical Journal
Recommended Citation
Peh, W.C.G. and Ng, K.H., "Writing a book review" (2010). Research Publications (2006 to 2010). 4217.
https://knova.um.edu.my/research_publications_2006_2010/4217
Volume
51
Issue
9
Publisher
Singapore Medical Assoc
Publisher Location
LEVEL 2 ALUMNI MEDICAL CENTRE, 2 COLLEGE RD, SINGAPORE 169850, SINGAPORE