Literary Studies: A Practical Guide - Hardcover

Pugh, Tison; Johnson, Margaret E.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 041553691X ISBN 13: 9780415536912

Publisher: Routledge, 2013

Synopsis

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.

About this title

About the Author

Tison Pugh is Professor in the Department of English at the University of Central Florida, USA.

Margaret E. Johnson is Professor of English at Idaho State University, USA.

Edition details

• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 041553691X
• ISBN 13: 9780415536912
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 336