Studying English (Pope)Studying English Literature and Language is unique in offering both an introduction and a companion for students taking English Literature and Language degrees. Combining the functions of study guide, critical dictionary and text anthology, this is a freshly recast version of the highly acclaimed The English Studies Book. This third edition features:
Studying English Literature and Language is a wide-ranging and invaluable reference for anyone interested in the study of English language, literature and culture. |
Contents
What the book is about and how to use it | 1 |
CHANGING ENGLISH NOW | 6 |
INTRODUCTION TO ENGLISH STUDIES | 19 |
CRITICAL AND CREATIVE STRATEGIES FOR ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION | 83 |
THEORETICAL POSITIONS PRACTICAL APPROACHES | 129 |
KEY TERMS CORE TOPICS | 211 |
ANTHOLOGY | 279 |
TAKING IT ALL FURTHER ENGLISH AND THE REST OF YOUR LIFE | 365 |
APPENDICES | 386 |
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