1.Give the proper Chicago Style bibliographic citation for the book and for 

references from the book. 

 

2. Identify the main idea or theme of the book.  Identify the author’s 

premise for writing the book.  (at least one paragraph)

 

3.Summarize the main points of the book.  Use quotes or paraphrases 

from the book to prove your point(cite this material). (This section should be two or three detailed paragraphs.

 

 

4.Evaluation:  Did you like or dislike the book and why? What did you 

learn from the book?  Do you feel the main points were supported?  Cite 

evidence from the book to support your opinion.  (at least one 

paragraph)

 

 

Book Reviews will be at least four detailed paragraphs at a minimum and 

should be double-spaced.  Please be sure to cover all of the above 

requirements