The Wiley Guide to Writing Essays About Literature

The Wiley Guide to Writing Essays About Literature

Author: Prof. Paul Headrick

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2013-08-01

Total Pages: 214

ISBN-13: 1118571509

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This outstanding practical guide to writing analytical essays on literature develops interpretive skills through focused exercises and modeled examples. The program is tailored to meet the specific needs of beginning undergraduates. Features unique, detailed guidance on paragraph structure Includes sample essays throughout to model each stage of the essay-writing process Focused exercises develop the techniques outlined in each chapter Dedicated checklists enable quick, accurate assessment by teachers and students Enhanced glossary with advice on usage added to core definitions


Studying English Literature in Context

Studying English Literature in Context

Author: Paul Poplawski

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2022-10-13

Total Pages: 675

ISBN-13: 1108787487

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Ranging from early medieval times to the present, this diverse collection explores the myriad ways in which literary texts are informed by their historical contexts. The thirty-one chapters draw on varied themes and perspectives to present stimulating new readings of both canonical and non-canonical texts and authors. Written in a lively and engaging style, by an international team of experts, these specially commissioned essays collectively represent an incisive contribution to literary studies; they will appeal to scholars, teachers and graduate and undergraduate students. The book is designed to complement Paul Poplawski's previous volume, English Literature in Context, and incorporates additional study elements designed specifically with undergraduates in mind. With an extensive chronology, a glossary of critical terms, and a study guide suggesting how students might learn from the essays in their own writing practices, this volume provides a rich and flexible resource for teaching and learning.


A/AS Level English Language and Literature for AQA Student Book

A/AS Level English Language and Literature for AQA Student Book

Author: Marcello Giovanelli

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2015-07-09

Total Pages: 313

ISBN-13: 1107465664

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A new series of bespoke, full-coverage resources developed for the 2015 A Level English qualifications. Endorsed for the AQA A/AS Level English Language and Literature specification for first teaching from 2015, this print Student Book offers stretch opportunities for the more able and additional scaffolding for those who need it. Providing full coverage of the specification, the unique three-part structure bridges the gap between GCSE and A Level and develops students' understanding of descriptive linguistics and literary and non-literary stylistics, together with support for the revised coursework component and new textual intervention task. An enhanced digital edition and free Teacher's Resource are also available.


Writing Essays About Literature: A Brief Guide for University and College Students - Second Edition

Writing Essays About Literature: A Brief Guide for University and College Students - Second Edition

Author: Katherine O. Acheson

Publisher: Broadview Press

Published: 2021-02-01

Total Pages: 234

ISBN-13: 1770487980

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This book gives students an answer to the question, “What does my professor want from this essay?” Using a single poem by William Carlos Williams as the basis for the process of writing a paper, it walks students through the processes of reading, brainstorming, researching secondary sources, gathering evidence, and composing and editing the paper. Writing Essays About Literature is designed to strengthen argumentation skills and deepen understanding of the relationships between the reader, the author, the text, and critical interpretations. Its lessons about clarity, precision, and the importance of providing evidence will have wide relevance for student writers. The second edition has been updated throughout and provides three new complete sample essays showing varying approaches to the final essay.


Australian Books in Print 1998

Australian Books in Print 1998

Author: Bowker

Publisher: Bowker-Saur

Published: 1998-04

Total Pages: 888

ISBN-13: 9781864520156

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"...excellent coverage...essential to worldwide bibliographic coverage."--AMERICAN REFERENCE BOOKS ANNUAL. This comprehensive reference provides current finding & ordering information on more than 75,000 in-print books published in or about Australia, or written by Australian authors, organized by title, author, & keyword. You'll also find brief profiles of more than 7,000 publishers & distributors whose titles are represented, as well as information on trade associations, local agents of overseas publishers, literary awards, & more. From D.W. Thorpe.