Binding: Paperback
Description: Literary Studies: A Practical Guide provides a comprehensive foundation for the study of English American and world literatures giving students the critical skills they need to best develop and apply their knowledge. Designed for use in a range of literature courses it begins by outlining the history of literary movements enabling students to contextualize a given work within its cultural and historical moment. Specific focus is then given to the use of literary theory and the analysis of: Poetry Prose fiction and novels Plays Films. A detailed unit provides clear and concise introductions to literary criticism and theory encouraging students to nurture their unique insights into a range of texts with these critical tools. Finally students are guided through the process of generating ideas for essays considering the role of secondary criticism in their writing and formulating literary arguments. This practical volume is an invaluable resource for students providing them with the tools to succeed in any English course.
Title: Literary Studies A Practical Guide
Author(s): Johnson Margaret E. (Idaho State University Usa)
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Barcode: 9780415536929
Pages: 336 Pages
Publication Date: 12/5/2013
Category: Media Studies