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How to read a book

We all know how to read a book in a casual sense, but how do you read a book in the context of research and in a way that is effective and efficient?

Assessing a book

When you’re doing research, you will most likely come across different types of books, such as textbooks, monographs, biographical books, anthologies and reference works. Regardless of the type of the book you want to consult, your first step should always be to get an overview of what the book is about and

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