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CRITIQUE
What is a critique?
• A critique is a paper that gives a
critical assessment of a book or
article.
• A critique is a systematic
analysis of a piece of literature
that discusses its validity and
evaluates its worth.
• Its main purpose is not
informational, but analytic and
persuasive.
• In analyzing the content and
context within which the book (or
article) was written, the writer of a
critique argues whether it is worth
reading or not.
Writing a critique (also known as a
critical response, critical book review
or book review)
• A good review should provide
critical commentary on the quality of
the book
• It contains:
1. The thesis and major argument
2. The organization and style
3. The author’s values and assumptions
• The review should pay more
attention to evaluating the
strengths and the weaknesses of
the book.