This book helps writers compose source-based essays that summarize, analyze, critique, and synthesize. This guide teaches writers how to critically read texts, accurately quote and paraphrase material, clearly summarize, carefully respond to, precisely critique, and creatively synthesize readings.A Brief Guide is a valuable reference tool for independent study in any discipline. This book has detailed coverage of how to summarize, analyze, critique, and synthesize. Includes material on reading critically, taking notes, and how to integrate source material appropriately in a paper and properly cite these sources. For anyone who needs to compose documented papers or papers written from sources