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Strunk's Elements of Style (http://www.bartleby.com/141/ ). Asserting that one must first know the rules to break them, this classic reference book is a must-have for any student and conscientious writer. Intended for use in which the practice of composition is combined with the study of literature, it gives in brief space the principal requirements of plain English style and concentrates attention on the rules of usage and principles of composition most commonly violated. From the Bartleby Reference Portal. Origin: C. Type: D. Audience: A.

 

The American Heritage Book of English Usage (http://www.bartleby.com/64/). With a detailed look at grammar, style, diction, word formation, gender, social groups and scientific forms, this valuable reference work is ideal for students, writers, academicians and anybody concerned about proper writing style. From the Bartleby Reference Portal. Origin: C. Type: D. Audience: A.

 

Citation Style for Research Papers (http://www.liu.edu/cwis/cwp/library/workshop/citation.htm). There are several library websites that feature sections on proper citation. This one from the B. Davis Schwartz Memorial Library documents APA, Turabian, MLA, Chicago and AMA styles using color coding to show the components of a citation. Origin: C. Type: D. Audience: A.

Legend

C-Commercial. G-Government. N-Nonprofit.
P-Portal. L-Link. D-Destination.
A-All. K-Kids. Y-Young Adults. T-Teachers

 

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