Includes bibliography and index

In this second edition of Writing History, this student-friendly guide continues to provide invaluable advice on researching and writing a wide variety of history assignments, with step-by-step guidance on all aspects of the writing process, from selecting a suitable topic to polishing the final draft. This new edition is thoroughly revised and updated with significant modifications to ensure that students are instructed in current practices of historical research and writing. Guidelines for finding, selecting, and using electronic resources from academic libraries and the internet at large are updated, and the language used throughout the text reflects changing usage. Writing History also includes a more comprehensive balance of Canadian and non-Canadian examples as well as a wider representation of different time periods, places, and approaches, making the book relevant not only to students studying Canadian history, but also to students studying a wide range of history courses across different time periods and places