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The Broadview Anthology of British Literature: Concise Volume A Third Edition: The Medieval Period The Renaissance and the E,Used
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In all six of its volumes The Broadview Anthology of British Literature presents British literature in a truly distinctive light. Fully grounded in sound literary and historical scholarship, the anthology takes a fresh approach to many canonical authors, and includes a wide selection of work by lesserknown writers. The anthology also provides wideranging coverage of the worldwide connections of British literature, and it pays attention throughout to issues of race, gender, class, and sexual orientation. It includes comprehensive introductions to each period, providing in each case an overview of the historical and cultural as well as the literary background. It features accessible and engaging headnotes for all authors, extensive explanatory annotations, and an unparalleled number of illustrations and contextual materials. Innovative, authoritative and comprehensive, The Broadview Anthology of British Literature has established itself as a leader in the field.The full anthology comprises six bound volumes, together with an extensive website component; the latter has been edited, annotated, and designed according to the same high standards as the bound book component of the anthology, and is accessible by using the passcode obtained with the purchase of one or more of the bound volumes.The twovolume Broadview Anthology of British Literature, Concise Edition provides an attractive alternative to the full sixvolume anthology. Though much more compact, the concise edition nevertheless provides instructors with substantial choice, offering both a strong selection of canonical authors and a sampling of lesserknown works. With an unparalleled number of illustrations and contextual materials, accessible and engaging introductions, and full explanatory annotations, the concise edition of this acclaimed Broadview anthology provides focused yet wideranging coverage for British literature survey courses.Among the works now included for the first time in the concise edition are Chaucer?s The Prioress?s Tale; the York Crucifixion play; more poems from Sidney?s Astrophil and Stella; an expanded section of writings by Elizabeth I, more poems by Lady Mary Wroth, and an expanded selection of work by Margaret Cavendish. The literatures of Ireland, Gaelic Scotland, and Wales are now much better represented, and a selection of work by Laboring Class Poets is now included. There are also new contextual materialsincluding a substantial section on ?Transatlantic Currents.?In the case of several authors and texts (among them The Four Branches of the Mabinogi, Julian of Norwich, Sir Thomas Malory, and Phillis Wheatley), the new edition will incorporate substantial improvements that have been made in the new editions of the period volumes published in recent years.As before, the Concise edition includes a substantial website component, providing instructors with a great degree of flexibility. For the first time, a selection of Chaucer?s Canterbury Tales will be available online in facingcolumn format (with versions in modern English included opposite the original text).
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of The Broadview Anthology of British Literature: Concise Volume A? A: This anthology focuses on British literature from the Medieval Period to the Eighteenth Century, providing a comprehensive overview of the literary and cultural context of each period.
- Q: Who is the author of this anthology? A: The anthology is authored by Joseph Black.
- Q: How many pages does this edition contain? A: The Concise Volume A of The Broadview Anthology contains a total of 1888 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this anthology suitable for classroom use? A: Yes, the anthology is designed for classroom use, offering a strong selection of canonical authors alongside lesser-known works, making it suitable for British literature survey courses.
- Q: What new materials are included in this Concise Edition? A: This edition includes new works such as Chaucer’s The Prioress’s Tale, expanded writings by Elizabeth I, and a selection of Laboring Class Poets, as well as new contextual materials on 'Transatlantic Currents'.
- Q: Does this anthology include online resources? A: Yes, the anthology provides access to an extensive website component, which includes additional materials and is accessible via a passcode obtained with the purchase of the volumes.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: The Concise Volume A of The Broadview Anthology was published on December 13, 2016.
- Q: What makes this anthology distinct from other literature anthologies? A: This anthology is distinct due to its inclusive approach, offering a wide range of authors and works, attention to issues of race, gender, class, and sexual orientation, as well as comprehensive introductions and annotations.
- Q: How does the anthology support diverse literary perspectives? A: The anthology includes a variety of voices, particularly from lesser-known writers, and provides contextual information that highlights the global connections and diverse perspectives within British literature.