Exploring literature : writing and arguing about fiction, poetry, drama, and the essay /
From the Publisher: With engaging selections, provocative themes, and comprehensive coverage of the writing process, Exploring Literature combines practical writing instruction with a carefully selected anthology of classic and contemporary literature from around the world. This new edition weaves c...
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| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
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New York :
Pearson Longman,
[2009]
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| Edition: | 4th ed. |
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| Online Access: | Table of contents only |
| Summary: | From the Publisher: With engaging selections, provocative themes, and comprehensive coverage of the writing process, Exploring Literature combines practical writing instruction with a carefully selected anthology of classic and contemporary literature from around the world. This new edition weaves critical thinking into every facet of its writing apparatus while guiding you through the process of crafting personal responses into persuasive arguments. The five opening chapters are dedicated to reading, writing, arguing, and researching about literature. Following the opening chapters is an anthology, divided into five thematically-arranged sections that include contextual case studies, writing prompts, and sample student essays to help you approach literature with a critical eye and write thoughtful essays. Exploring Literature assembles stimulating literature and structured advice to create a valuable guide that will not only help you to write about literature, but to improve your writing and thinking processes in general. |
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| Item Description: | Includes indexes. |
| Physical Description: | xxxiv, 1355 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm. |
| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 9780205640188 0205640184 0205640206 (pbk.) 9780205640201 (pbk.) |