A Study Guide for William Shakespeare's "Sonnet 55 (Not Marble nor the Gilded Monuments)," excerpted from Gale's acclaimed Poetry for Students. This concise study guide includes plot summary; character analysis; author biography; study questions; historical context; suggestions for further reading; and much more. For any literature project, trust Poetry for Students for all of your research needs.
A Study Guide for William Shakespeare's "Sonnet 55 (Not Marble nor the Gilded Monuments)," excerpted from Gale's acclaimed Poetry for Students. This concise study guide includes plot summary; character analysis; author biography; study questions; historical context; suggestions for further reading; and much more. For any literature project, trust Poetry for Students for all of your research needs.
A comprehensive study guide offering in-depth explanation, essay, and test prep for William Shakespeare’s The Sonnets, which remains to be one of the most influential verse collections in English poetry. As a rebellious collection of rhyme schemes of the Renaissance, The Sonnets often employ a distinct sequence of metaphors or ideas to illustrate society and life. Moreover, Shakespeare explores themes such as lust, misogyny, and infidelity in ways that challenges the traditional sonnet. This Bright Notes Study Guide explores the context and history of Shakespeare’s classic work, helping students to thoroughly explore the reasons they have stood the literary test of time. Each Bright Notes Study Guide contains: - Introductions to the Author and the Work - Character Summaries - Plot Guides - Section and Chapter Overviews - Test Essay and Study Q&As The Bright Notes Study Guide series offers an in-depth tour of more than 275 classic works of literature, exploring characters, critical commentary, historical background, plots, and themes. This set of study guides encourages readers to dig deeper in their understanding by including essay questions and answers as well as topics for further research.
The English Handbook: A Guide to Literary Studies is acomprehensive textbook, providing essential practical andanalytical reading and writing skills for literature students atall levels. With advice and information on fundamental methods ofliterary analysis and research, Whitla equips students with theknowledge and tools essential for advanced literary study. Includes traditional close reading strategies integrated withnewer critical theory, ranging from gender and genre topost-structuralism and post-colonialism; with examples fromBeowulf to Atwood, folk ballads to Fugard, and ChristopherMarlowe to Conrad’s Marlow Draws on a wide range of resources, from print to contemporaryelectronic media Supplies a companion website with chapter summaries, charts,examples, web links, and suggestions for further study
Sidney's sonnet cycle, consisting of 100 sonnets, followed by 11 Songs, is, after Shakespeare's, the finest sonnet cycle in the English language. Sidney explores all the aspects of what it means to be in love and does so in language that is memorable and striking. All lovers of poetry will enjoy exploring this classic work from the Elizabethan era. Check out our other books at www.dogstailbooks.co.uk
A Study Guide for Claribel Alegria's "Accounting," excerpted from Gale's acclaimed Poetry for Students. This concise study guide includes plot summary; character analysis; author biography; study questions; historical context; suggestions for further reading; and much more. For any literature project, trust Poetry for Students for all of your research needs.
