Your assignment is to write Critical Book Review of A Magnificent Cat

Assignment: Critical Book Review
Format: APA (American Psychological Association)
Length: 5-6 pages (Content)
Point Value: 100 pts

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 5 – 6 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 or 7th Edition format.
– Do not use an overabundance of quotes in your paper. I want to read your writing not another author’s.
– Watch paragraph length. A paragraph shouldn’t go on for 2 pages or more.
– Do not overuse commas…if in doubt…leave it out.

Consider the following in writing your critical book review:

• Don’t forget to critic the author’s background and reasons for writing the book.

• 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?