Contested Waters Book Review
1 The Author Who is the author and what are his/her qualifications for writing this book? (e g , other major publications, academic history, other relevant expenences?)
2 Topics and Scope Describe the scope of the book and its subject. Often the tale does not convey the chronological or topical range of a book. Are there important aspects of the subject that have been overlooked?
3 Sources What are the major sources used by the author? Take a look at both the End Notes as well as the book’s introduction to identity the sources the author uses
4 What is the central concept or argument upon which the author built his narrative? Does the author adequately prove the ? Is the ideologically driven or does it grow naturally out of the narrative’s documentation? Do you agree or disagree with the ? (Note the should not be confused with the topic and scope of the book)
5 Style How effectively does the authors narrative present the information? Does the style make the subject come to Irfe, make the contents of the book meaningful? Is the book well organized? Is it too wordy, too bnef, repetitive, concise, clear, or vague? Did the style make this an enjoyable read?
6. Contnbution to Knowledge Flow does the book add to your understanding of the subject? Does it challenge, modify or complement other books or things you have learned relate to this subject?
