Learn how to write about literature with COMPACT LITERATURE: READING, REACTING, WRITING, 9^E, part of the renowned Kirszner/Mandell Literature Series. This comprehensive guide combines a wide array of literary works with proven writing instruction to help you master the art of analyzing and discussing literature. From the first page to the last, this reader-friendly text takes you through every aspect of research and writing, enabling you to develop your skills in crafting insightful literary analyses and arguments.

Demonstrating that writing about literature is an exploration and a dialogue, COMPACT LITERATURE guides you through the process of discovery, critical examination, and debate. It includes a thorough overview of how to write effectively about literature, covering essential topics such as critical thinking and argumentation. The text features sampler chapters on fiction, poetry, and drama, introducing you to a diverse range of literary works from contemporary subgenres.

Updated for the 2016 MLA HANDBOOK Eighth Edition, this edition ensures that your writing meets modern standards while providing extensive support in every step of the research and composition process. With its comprehensive approach and accessible content, COMPACT LITERATURE is an invaluable resource for students looking to deepen their understanding and appreciation of literature through critical engagement.

This edition contains 1792 pages and was published by Cengage Learning on June 8, 2017. ISBN-10: 1337281026; ISBN-13: 978-1337281027.

Dimensions: 6.5 x 1.5 x 9.25 inches