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How to Read Literature Like a Professor: A Lively and Entertaining Guide to Reading Between the Lines,Used
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The classic guide, now available in a hardcover editiona lively and entertaining introduction to literature and literary basics, including symbols, themes and contexts, that shows you how to make your everyday reading experience more rewarding and enjoyable.While many books can be enjoyed for their basic stories, there are often deeper literary meanings interwoven in these texts. How to Read Literature Like a Professor helps us to discover those hidden truths by looking at literature with the eyesand the literary codesof the ultimate professional reader, the college professor.What does it mean when a literary hero is traveling along a dusty road? When he hands a drink to his companion? When he's drenched in a sudden rain shower?Ranging from major themes to literary models, narrative devices and form, Thomas C. Foster provides us with a broad overview of literaturea world where a road leads to a quest, a shared meal may signify a communion, and rain, whether cleansing or destructive, is never just a showerand shows us how to make our reading experience more enriching, satisfying, and fun.This revised edition includes new chapters, a new preface and epilogue, and incorporates updated teaching points that Foster has developed over the past decade.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'How to Read Literature Like a Professor'? A: 'How to Read Literature Like a Professor' focuses on helping readers uncover deeper meanings in literature by understanding literary symbols, themes, and contexts.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Thomas C. Foster, who is known for his expertise in literary analysis.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in literature? A: Yes, this book is designed as an entertaining introduction to literature, making it accessible for beginners and enjoyable for seasoned readers alike.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 368 pages.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is a revised edition that includes new chapters, a new preface and epilogue, along with updated teaching points.
- Q: When was 'How to Read Literature Like a Professor' published? A: The book was published on May 16, 2017.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in a hardcover binding.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book? A: The book covers major themes, literary models, narrative devices, and the overall form of literature.
- Q: Is this book a good gift for literature lovers? A: Yes, it makes a great gift for literature enthusiasts who wish to deepen their understanding of literary texts.
- Q: Does the book provide practical reading strategies? A: Yes, it offers practical insights and strategies to enrich the reading experience and identify deeper meanings in literature.