An argumentative essay presents arguments about both sides of an issue, though it can present one side more forcefully depending on the writer's stance.

Here's a summary of the information provided on conducting an argumentative essay and Harvard referencing:

An argumentative essay presents arguments about both sides of an issue, though it can present one side more forcefully depending on the writer's stance.

The general structure of an argumentative essay includes:

• Introduction: Attention Grabber, Background, Information, Statement.
• Body: Paragraphs presenting major arguments, potentially with diagrammatic representation.
• Counterargument: Refuting earlier arguments and emphasizing your position.
• Conclusion: Rephrasing the statement, summarizing major points, and concluding remarks.

The main function of this essay type is to present a case convincingly, offering a complete picture of the issue.

For Harvard referencing, here are examples for different source types:

• Book: Author, A.S. Year. Title. Place: Publisher.
  • Example: De Vos, A.S. 1998. Research at Grassroots. Pretoria: Van Schaik.
• Encyclopaedia: Encyclopaedia Title, Edition date, Volume number, 'Article Title', page number(s).
  • Example: Encyclopaedia Britannica, 1997. Volume 7, 'Gorillas', pp. 50-51.
• Magazine: Author (last name first), 'Article Title'. Name of Magazine. Volume number, (Date): page number(s).
  • Example: Jordan, Jennifer, 'Filming at the Top of the World'. Museum of Science Magazine. Volume 47, No. 1, (Winter 1998): p. 11.