American Psychological Association

Assignment: Critical Book Review Format: APA (American Psychological Association) Length: 4-5 pages (Content) Point Value: 75pts Your assignment is to write Critical Book Review of A Magnificent Catastrophe by Edward J. Larson. NOTE: A Critical Book Review is more than a book report, but is a chance for you to give your reaction to the work and author. - You do not need to provide an Abstract or author’s note. - The title page and reference page do not count as part of the 4-5 pages of content. - You do need to provide a reference page even if your only reference is the assigned book itself. - Do not use the online encyclopedia Wikipedia as a source. - You must have a title page (Do not put pictures, charts, graphs, etc. on the title page. Simply follow APA 6th Edition format. Consider the following in writing your critical book review: • What are the positive and negative aspects of the book? • Does it cover the issue adequately? • Does it cover a historical or contemporary view? • What would you like to see added to the book or taken out? • How well does the book add to your knowledge of our American system of politics? • Would you recommend the book to others? Why or Why not? He wants more of a reaction and own input than summaries, but I've read some of the book and summaries and analyses but none of the information is going in my brain. I'd appreciate it.