Literature for Composition: Essays, Fiction, Poetry, and Drama (5th Edition) - Softcover

Barnet, Sylvan; Berman, Morton; Burto, William E.; Cain, William E.; Stubbs, Marcia

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0321021533 ISBN 13: 9780321021533

Publisher: Pearson Higher Education, 1999

Synopsis

Literature for Composition, 5/e, is a versatile anthology which has both diverse selections and excellent writing instruction. Beginning with six chapters on the reading and writing processes, followed by a section on literary works and literary forms and a section on argument, the text ends with a thematic anthology. New co-author William E. Cain adds to the stellar author team and reinforces an emphasis on diverse and contemporary writers.

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From the Back Cover:

Literature for Composition offers the finest writing and argument coverage, helpful discussions of the literary elements, compelling case studies, and a diverse array of selections. The book includes complete coverage of the writing process, three chapters devoted to argument, complete chapters on interpretation and evaluation, coverage of the literary elements and the study of visual images, and case studies. The book opens with five chapters devoted to reading, writing, and argument. An entire chapter on critical thinking equips readers with a foundation upon which to study the chapters on the literary forms that follow. An anthology is organized around six engaging themes. Special chapters on visuals and film along with ten case studies offer additional resources. For those interested in the study and composition of literature.

About this edition

• Publisher: Pearson Higher Education
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 0321021533
• ISBN 13: 9780321021533
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 5
• Number of pages: 1408