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The literature book / James Canton, consultant editor.
An assessment of the forefront works of literature and the themes that unite them is presented through articles, infographics, and photographs, and is complemented by suggestions for additional reading.
Record details
- ISBN: 1465429883
- ISBN: 9781465429889
- Physical Description: 352 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 25 cm.
- Edition: First American edition.
- Publisher: New York, New York : DK Publishing, 2016.
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Immediate Source of Acquisition Note: | LSC 28.00 |
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| Subject: | Literature > History and criticism. |
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Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
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- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Branch | 809 Liter | 31681020004412 | NONFIC | Available | - |
- Baker & Taylor
A global assessment of the forefront works of literature and the themes that unite them is presented through a collection of 100 articles, infographics, photographs and author biographies and is complemented by suggestions for additional reading. - Baker & Taylor
An assessment of the forefront works of literature and the themes that unite them is presented through articles, infographics, and photographs, and is complemented by suggestions for additional reading. - Baker & Taylor
Examines "the greatest works of world literature, from the Iliad to Don Quixote to The Great Gatsby. Around 100 ... articles explore landmark novels, short stories, plays, and poetry that reinvented the art of writing in their time, whether Ancient Greece, post-classical Europe, or modern-day Korea"--Amazon.com. - Penguin Putnam
Learn about the greatest works of literature, and the lives of those who wrote them in The Literature Book.
Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Literature in this overview guide to the subject, great for beginners looking to learn and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Literature Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in.
This captivating book will broaden your understanding of Literature, with:
- More than 100 ground-breaking ideas on major literary works
- Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts
- A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout
- Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understanding
The Literature Book is the perfect introduction to masterpieces from the worldâs greatest authors, aimed at adults with an interest in the subject, and literature students wanting to gain more of an overview. Here youâll discover more than 100 articles exploring landmark novels, short stories, plays, and poetry that reinvented the art of writing in their time.
Your Literature Questions, Simply Explained
From the Iliad to The Great Gatsby, embark on a fascinating, graphic-led journey through the greatest works of poetry and prose. If you thought it was difficult to learn about the fictional masterpieces of our time and the literary geniuses behind them, The Literature Book presents key information in an easy to follow layout. From Modernism to Shakespearean, Realism to Romanticism, discover the literary movements through fantastic mind maps and step-by-step summaries.
The Big Ideas Series
With millions of copies sold worldwide, The Literature Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand.
