Guide to inserting quotations: for common general education in French and literature at college level

In the course of their college education, students are constantly called upon to quote from texts of all shapes and forms, from a variety of literary genres. Resources dealing with the subject of quotation are often incomplete, sometimes even contradictory, and difficult to find one's way around. To compensate for the lack of an indisputable universal reference work, the Guide d'insertion des citations takes a stand on the rules laid down by the various specialized resources. The authors of this guide have opted for a methodology that combines a concern for linguistic coherence with respect for the texts cited, while at the same time providing guidelines for clarity of purpose and simplification of formulas. This makes it a comprehensive tool, as it presents the general rules as well as numerous case studies concerning the more complex insertions which, although outside the scope of the general principles, are frequently encountered pitfalls. It offers methods that are perfectly suited to college courses in French and literature, and that are also transferable to other fields of study.

The Guide to Inserting Citations teaches the writing skills essential for producing quality work. Easy to consult, it is based on concrete examples inspired by student essays.

In addition to the concepts covered in the first part, application exercises provide a gradual introduction to the subject. This pedagogical document can accompany students throughout their college career.