Write a review essay from the book “Ikenberry, G.J. (2001). After victory: Institutions, strategic restraint, and the rebuilding of order after major wars. Princeton University Press. Chapters 1-5.”
The essay should be according to the following criteria: 1) structure – does the essay follow standard academic structure, with an introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion? Does the introduction contain a hook and thesis statement? Do the body paragraphs contain topic sentences, direct and paraphrased quotations, and elaboration of examples? Does the conclusion adequately summarize the essay’s main arguments, and elucidate their significance? 2) content – does the essay accurately summarize the main arguments of the book under review? Does name and explain the book’s major concepts? Does it draw on examples from the book? Does it deal with the book’s subtleties adequately? 3) clarity – does the author use proper spelling and grammar? Does the author use predominantly active voice? Does the author use formal tone? Does the author signal their arguments and make use of transitions? 4) coherence – does the author link their arguments together logically? Do they organize their arguments around discernible themes, topics, and/or concepts? Do they put forward a sound interpretation of the book’s arguments, analyses, and/or concepts? 5) criticality – does the author provide a balanced criticism of the book under review? Do they analyze the book’s premises? Do they scrutinize the book’s empirics and examples? Do they explicate the implications of the book’s conclusions? Do they identify the book’s biases and omissions? 6) formatting – Does it use a legible font and consistent margins? Does it include a title and student information?
