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About the Book

Cite-Checker: A Hands-On Guide to Learning Citation Form

Second Edition

Deborah E. Bouchoux

2008. 150 pages. Paperback. ISBN: 978-0-7355-7122-8.


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About the Book

This self-paced guide to citation form is a perfect match for any basic LegalWriting and Research course. Cite-Checker is a short, concise book providing students with everything they need to learn and master proper citation form according to The Bluebook. A readable and pragmatic guide, this valuable text offers thorough explanations of important concepts as well as self-checking exercises to help students master the concepts discussed.

This worthwhile text introduces students to all areas of citation form in a concise yet thorough manner:

  • Self-paced tutorial includes rules, exercises, and answers
  • Explains the rules established in the 18th edition of The Bluebook and provides a complete and thorough overview of citation form
  • Hands-on exercises in every chapter guide students through all essential topics. Answer keys to the exercises are also included in the text.
  • Chapters presented in a logical, step-by-step format to help students build confidence with citation skills
  • A section on preparing tables of authorities for briefs and court documents highlights a topic not covered in either The Bluebook or ALWD

Preface / Sample Chapters