An Introduction to Literary Studies 3rd Edition [Paperback]

_x005F_x000D_ In this classic beginner's guide to English literature, Mario Klarer offers a concise and accessible discussion of central issues in the study of literary texts, looking at:

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• _x005F_x000D_ definitions of key terms such as literature and text
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• _x005F_x000D_ the genres of fiction, poetry, drama, and film
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• _x005F_x000D_ periods and classifications of literature
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• _x005F_x000D_ theoretical approaches to texts
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• _x005F_x000D_ the use of secondary resources
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• _x005F_x000D_ guidelines for writing research essays
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_x005F_x000D_ The new and expanded edition is fully updated to include:

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• _x005F_x000D_ a wider range of textual examples from world literature
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• _x005F_x000D_ additional references to contemporary cinema, a section on comparative literature
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• _x005F_x000D_ an extended survey of literary periods and genres
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• _x005F_x000D_ recent changes in MLA guidelines
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• _x005F_x000D_ information on state-of-the-art citation management software
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• _x005F_x000D_ the use and abuse of online resources.
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_x005F_x000D_ The book also features suggestions for further reading as well as an extensive glossary of key terms.