Introductory Literary Studies Books

New and Published Books

1. The Anatomy of Poetry (Routledge Revivals)

   By Marjorie Boulton

   Series: Routledge Revivals

   It is impossible to appreciate poetry fully without some knowledge of the various aspects of poetic technique. First published in 1953, with a second edition in 1982, this title explains all the usual technical terms in an accessible manner. Marjorie Boulton shows that it is possible to approach a...

   Published January 19th 2015 by Routledge
2. The Anatomy of Literary Studies (Routledge Revivals)

   By Marjorie Boulton

   Series: Routledge Revivals

   First published in 1980, The Anatomy of Literary Studies provides students of English Literature with a clearer understanding of the significance and scope of the subject and a comprehensive background to its study. It gives pointers towards intellectual integrity and advice on independent study,...

   Published January 19th 2015 by Routledge
3. This Thing Called Literature

   Reading, Thinking, Writing

   By Andrew Bennett, Nicholas Royle

   What is this thing called literature? Why should we study it? And how? Relating literature to topics such as dreams, politics, life, death, the ordinary and the uncanny, this beautifully written book establishes a sense of why and how literature is an exciting and rewarding subject to study....

   Published January 9th 2015 by Routledge
4. Introducing Comparative Literature

   New Trends and Applications

   By César Domínguez, Haun Saussy, Darío Villanueva

   Introducing Comparative Literature is a comprehensive guide to the field offering clear, concise information alongside useful analysis and examples. It frames the introduction within recent theoretical debates and shifts in the discipline whilst also addressing the history of the field and its...

   Published December 11th 2014 by Routledge
5. Critical Theory Today

   A User-Friendly Guide, 3rd Edition

   By Lois Tyson

   This thoroughly updated third edition of Critical Theory Today offers an accessible introduction to contemporary critical theory, providing in-depth coverage of the most common approaches to literary analysis today, including: feminism; psychoanalysis; Marxism; reader-response theory; New Criticism...

   Published November 24th 2014 by Routledge
6. The Apple and the Spectroscope (Routledge Revivals)

   Being Lectures on Poetry Designed (in the main) for Science Students

   By T R Henn

   Series: Routledge Revivals

   First published in 1951, this book is based on a course of lectures on poetry and prose given at Cambridge University during the long vacations of 1946-1950. A request for lectures of this kind came originally from a group of science students and the response was such that a course of this nature...

   Published September 1st 2014 by Routledge
7. Studying Literature in English

   An Introduction

   By Dominic Rainsford

   Studying Literature in English provides the ideal point of entry for students of English Literature. This book is an accessible guide for Literature students around the world. This book: Grounds literature and the study of literature throughout by referencing a selection of well-known novels,...

   Published June 27th 2014 by Routledge
8. A Short Literary History of the United States

   By Mario Klarer

   A Short Literary History of the United States offers an introduction to American Literature for students who want to acquaint themselves with the most important periods, authors, and works of American literary history. Comprehensive yet concise, it provides an essential overview of the different...

   Published May 19th 2014 by Routledge
9. Literary Studies

   A Practical Guide

   By Tison Pugh, Margaret E. Johnson

   Literary Studies: A Practical Guide provides a comprehensive foundation for the study of English, American, and world literatures, giving students the critical skills they need to best develop and apply their knowledge. Designed for use in a range of literature courses, it begins by outlining the...

   Published December 5th 2013 by Routledge
10. American Literature

    A History

    By Hans Bertens, Theo D'haen

    This comprehensive history of American Literature traces its development from the earliest colonial writings of the late 1500s through to the present day. This lively, engaging and highly accessible guide: offers lucid discussions of all major influences and movements such as Puritanism,...

    Published November 1st 2013 by Routledge