Unit 15

• presents arguments about whether or not particular work is good

  • usually written by an expert on the matter
  • it is written from the writer’s perspective


  Critique
• refers to a writer’s evaluation of a specific work of art in a general context

  Review
• A book review aims to inform the reader about the content of the book (highlighting its merits and demerits)

  Purpose of Book review
• a well-written book review hones your critical reading and

  thinking skills as you identify the author’s viewpoint.

  Author's point of view
• Identify the book by author, title and sometimes publishing information

  Introduction
• It provides an overview, including paraphrases and quotations of the book’s thesis and primary supporting details


  Summary of content
• It explores the issues raised in the book

  Analysis and evaluation of the book
• A close with a direct comment on the book, and tie together the issues raised in the review

  Conclusion