Ideal for one- or two-semester composition courses or introduction to research courses, this complete, concise guide employs a no-nonsense handbook format so that students can easily find the information they need. The Second Edition provides information on finding, evaluating, and citing print and non-print sources for four documentation styles--MLA, APA, Chicago, and CBE--each illustrated with a sample student paper. Additional coverage includes electronic research and an emphasis on field research.