Write a book review on the attached pdf book provided. “Curious Encounters” by A
Write a book review on the attached pdf book provided. “Curious Encounters” by Adriana Craciun and Mary Terrall.
The components of a book review should include:
1. Content and summary- An introduction, tell the reader what the book is about and what is being discussed, in a few lines. Evaluate the text, don’t only summarize. Does the book contribute to the art history field? You do not need to be negative to evaluate. Should this book be read and by whom? It is not necessary to cover everything in the book. What is the book’s raison d’être?
2. Analysis- what strikes you as noteworthy, important, whether or not the arguments made by the author were effective or persuasive? How the work enhanced your understanding of the research under investigation.
3. Significance- compare it to other literature on the topic, where does it fit with other research and opinions? Is it original, which perspective/or theoretical approach does the author argue? To which special problem does the study respond?
4. Critique and recommendation- scholarly opinion, be detailed but succinct. An evaluation of the author’s strength’s and weaknesses. Are the assumptions valid? Do you think it’s a valuable contribution to the literature in the discipline? All of this should be supported by reference to particular passages or chapter to provide evidence to support your views. Was it well written, clear, awkward, etc.?
5. Conclusion- sum up the final judgement of the book. This should balance the book’s strength and weaknesses to unify the evaluation. Always try to end by stating something positive.
When referencing please use Chicago Manual Style with footnotes and paraphrasing when needed.