Book Review Assignment
This writing assignment corresponds to the Dawes book, The Political Determinants of Health. Cite this book and the three websites listed at bottom.
Prompt:
Complete an 800 – 1000 word academic book review. This is not a book report assignment, but a book review assignment. Use the Dawes book, The Political Determinants of Health, for this assignment
Required Components of the Book Review
• Full title of the book and the author.
• One paragraph about the thesis of the book (often related to the title but not always) and if the author succeeds in the stated purpose of the book.
• One to two paragraphs summarizing the book.
• One paragraph about strengths of the book.
• One paragraph about weaknesses of the book.
• One paragraph where you assess the strengths and weaknesses of the book.
• Final sentence or two stating if you recommend others read the book and why or why not. Is the book more appropriate for some than others – who would benefit from reading this book? It’s rare to read a book review that recommends “everyone” should read this book, so think carefully about this last part of the review.
Resources to Help You
• https://wendybelcher.com/writing-advice/how-to-write-book-review/
Scroll down to the section called “Reading the Book” and read the rest of the page for tips.
• https://www.insidehighered.com/advice/2015/03/27/essay-writing-academic-book- reviews
• https://natureofwriting.com/courses/common-writing-assignments/lessons/academic- book-reviews/topic/academic-book-reviews/
