Literature and the writing process

Synopsis

Blending a complete writing about literature, a literature anthology, and a handbook into one, this unique volume guides readers through the allied processes of critical reading and writing—illustrating the use of writing as a way of studying literature, and providing readers with all the tools necessary to analyze literature on their own. The book promotes interactive learning by integrating writing instruction with the study of literature. The volume outlines the prewriting, writing, and rewriting processes, writing about short fiction, writing about structure, imagery and symbolism, point of view, setting and atmosphere, theme, writing about poetry, writing about drama, the editing process and features extensive anthologies of short fiction, poetry and drama. For those looking for a guide for the processes of analytical reading and writing.