Book Review on the book : The Shift by Theresa Brown
Introduction paragraph: (1 paragraph)
A.
Introduce the title of the book, the author
(find more information about the credibility of the author, is the author known
in the field, do not forget to cite from sources/in-text citations), what is
the main subject of the book and in which context you would situate this book
(during Revolutionary time, present time in New York city, in specific field,
etc.), who is the audience
B.
Thesis statement: What is the main theme of the
book and how is this theme portrayed, argued, and supported in the book? Focus on
the one theme that you think makes this book interesting. Give two reasons on which
you will elaborate in the rest of your writing. OR If you think that the theme
is not successfully written, portrayed, argued, and supported, give two reasons
why. Elaborate on these reasons in the rest of your writing.
Body paragraphs (Evaluation and Analysis of the book): (3
paragraphs)
A.
Give a brief paragraph of a book summary.
B.
Explain first reason (use in-text citations MLA
style such as paraphrases, quotes, …)
C.
Explain second reason (use in-text citations MLA
style such as paraphrase, quotes, ….)
Conclusion: (1
paragraph)
Restate your thesis
statement and answer the question “Did the book help you to understand the subject/topic
of the book”? If YES, explain how, and if NOT, explain why. Also, answer the
question “What was one strength and one weakness of the book?”, finally would
you recommend this book other audiences to read?
Works Cited
Page: (separate page)
Cite your book in
MLA style