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Poetry: The Basics
How do I read a poem? Do I really understand poetry?
This comprehensive guide demystifies the world of poetry, exploring poetic forms and traditions which can...
2004 | Hardback: 978-0-415-28763-0 (Routledge)

An Introduction to Literary Studies
In this volume, Mario Klarer provides the essential beginner's guide to English literary studies. Offering a concise, easy-to-understand discussion of central issues in the study...
2004 | Hardback: 978-0-415-33381-8 (Routledge)

Doing English
A Guide for Literature Students
Aimed at students in the final year of secondary education or beginning degrees, this readable book provides the ideal introduction to studying English literature. Doing...
2002 | Hardback: 978-0-415-28422-6 (Routledge)
Literary Theory: The Basics
2001 | Hardback: 978-0-415-25061-0 (Routledge)

Shakespeare: The Basics
Aimed squarely at the student new to Shakespeare, this volume provides a through introduction to the plays, based on the exciting new approaches shaping the...2000 | Hardback: 978-0-415-21288-5 (Routledge)
