The Literature Review
A Step-by-Step Guide for Students
- Diana Ridley - Sheffield University, UK
SAGE Study Skills Series
This Second Edition of Diana Ridley's bestselling guide to the literature review provides a step-by-step guide to conducting a literature search and literature review, and guides the reader in how to write up a literature review as part of a PhD thesis or Masters dissertation.
Ridley outlines practical strategies for reading and note taking, and guides the reader on how to conduct a systematic search of the available literature, and uses cases and examples throughout to demonstrate best practice in writing and presenting the review.
New to this edition are examples drawn from a wide range of disciplines, a new chapter on conducting a systematic review, increased coverage of issues of evaluating quality and conducting reviews using online sources and online literature and enhanced guidance in dealing with copyright and permissions issues.
This book also comes with a companion website containing a wide range of examples of successful literature reviews from a wide range of academic disciplines.
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The text book is well laid out and covers the necessay information required to conduct a comprehensive litertaure review.
The writing style adopted by the author is one which is easy to read and free flowing.
This is a definite recommendation to undergrad and postgrad students.
This book is a travel companion on the road to understanding the function and purpose of a literature review. The author offers ideas about construction and structure which helps those embarking on a literature review to navigate toward a successful, comprehensive and robust outcome.
This book is wonderful, it offers students a step by step walk through of undertaking a literature review in a logical and user friendly way. I believe it is an essential read for students as soon as they begin the final project (dissertation).
clearly developed book with insight and practical guidance
Very useful for anyone undertaking a literature review. Information is developed logically and with clarity.
This is a very relevant text for part time professional students returning to education. Gives clear direction on how to conduct a literature review
This book is an excellent read and delivers on the promise of a step by step guide to writing a literature review. Throughout the book the author gives very good examples that students can relate to.
I was a little disappointed in this book and whilst telling students about it I felt it wasn't worth them purchasing a copy.
This is a really practical and helpful book when undertaking any research. It provides clear explanations and guidance on the whole process of reviewing literature .
I reccommend this to students new to a literature review.
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