This book is designed to develop the analytical skills needed for a more in-depth study of literary texts. What lies at the 'beating heart' of this book is a framework for literary criticism as it is applied to poetry. It provides a firm foundation for students and readers to progress either into modern literary theory or more traditional forms of criticism. The book covers Metrical irregularities, Homophony, Metaphor, Rhetorical Tropes, Genre and Style And Structural Analysis. As well as this there is also help on writing essays and advice on writing the essay in an exam as well as exam technique in general. The author is an academic tutor in English and Philosophy and was both educated by and taught at Cardiff University.
| ISBN: | 9781842850923 |
| Publication date: | 31st July 2007 |
| Author: | Richard Cochrane |
| Publisher: | Studymates an imprint of Graham Lawler Media and Publishing |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 143 pages |
| Series: | In-Focus |
| Genres: |
Grammar, Spelling & Literature Educational: Study and revision guides |