LibGuides: ENGL Classes Argument Essays: Books

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Books can often provide the background information or context for understanding a topic and constructing effective arguments. Search the Boreham Catalog, World Catalog, one of the "One Search" tools, or Google Books to find books on a subject.

Books in the Boreham Library

The Craft of Research
Call Number: 001.42 B64459c
Advice on how to conduct effective research and help on understanding concepts of argument.
For Argument's Sake by Katherine J. Mayberry; Robert E. Golden
Call Number: 808.042 M4519fas
Resources for supporting arguments.
A Rulebook for Arguments by Anthony Weston
Call Number: 168 W5284r
Straightforward guidance about how to assess arguments.
Teaching Arguments by Jennifer Fletcher
Call Number: 808 F 635ta
How to comprehend, analyze, and respond to arguments.
Thank You for Arguing. Rev. and Updated Edition
Call Number: 658.4052 H3649ty
Persuasive techniques from Bart Simpson, Winston Churchill, Abe Lincoln, and Cicero.

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