| A Beginner's Guide to Critical Reading: An Anthology of Literary Texts Contributor(s): Jacobs, Richard (Author) |
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ISBN: 0415234689 ISBN-13: 9780415234689 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $47.49 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: April 2001 Annotation: The combination of fascinating texts, critically up-to-the minute readings and Richard Jacob's engaging, lively approach makes this a book every fan or student of literature should own. Jacobs has assembled an invaluable collection of literary texts and provides accompanying commentaries designed to help you contextualize your own responses. This Introductory work brings together interesting texts and engaging commentary. In his commentaries, Richard Jacobs explains some of the most crucial issues in literary studies today; includes advice for those wishing to read more about a particular issue or critical approach; and reveals, through his obvious enjoyment of the texts he discusses, that literary studies can be pleasurable and energizing for everyone. Written with freshness, insight, and humor, this guide will prove invaluable on your literary and critical journeys. Texts examined include: "The Merchant of Venice," "Paradise Lost," "Gulliver's Travels," "Wuthering Heights," "The Yellow Wallpaper," "The Turn of the Screw" and "The Secret Agent." |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Literary Criticism | English, Irish, Scottish, Welsh - Literary Criticism | Books & Reading |
| Dewey: 820.9 |
| LCCN: 00051743 |
| Physical Information: 1.09" H x 5.48" W x 8.74" (1.34 lbs) 496 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: A Beginner's Guide to Critical Reading brings literature to life by combining a rich selection of literary texts with original and lively commentary. Unlike so many introductions to literary studies, it vividly demonstrates how criticism and theory can enhance your own enjoyment and appreciation of literature. Aimed at AS, A2 and undergraduate students, Richard Jacobs draws a map of English Literature which is fresh and distinctive and which offers guidance to many familiar landmarks. In the process he shows that studying literature can be a source of huge pleasure and interest. |