MATH 395: Research Seminar (BMC): Background Info., Writing and Research Guides

This book provides more information on the issues you will face when writing a technical paper or talk, from choosing the right journal in which to publish to handling your references.

Covers every aspect of studying as a mathematics major, from tackling abstract intellectual challenges to interacting with professors and making good use of study time. Part 1 discusses the nature of upper-level mathematics, and explains how students can adapt and extend their existing skills in order to develop good understanding. Part 2 covers study skills as these relate to mathematics, and suggests practical approaches to learning effectively .

While the book is nominally about writing, it's also about how to function in the mathematical profession. Krantz provides brief but helpful advice on writing a survey article, an opinion piece, a letter of recommendation, a book review, a referee's report, a talk, a grant application, a curriculum vitae, a job application, and email. He concludes his book with a chapter called 'The modern writing environment' which discusses the use of computers, TeX, spell checkers, etc.