The Language of Literature: An Introduction to Stylistics (Cambridge Topics in English Language)

Giovanelli, Marcello

ISBN 10: 1108402216 / ISBN 13: 9781108402217

Published by Cambridge University Press, 2018

About this Item

Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Seller Inventory # wbs8262626085

Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Language of Literature: An Introduction to Stylistics (Cambridge Topics in English Language)
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1108402216
• ISBN 13: 9781108402217
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Very Good
• Weight: 210 grams

About this title

Synopsis

Essential study guides for the future linguist. The Language of Literature is a general introduction to the methods and principles behind stylistics. It is suitable for advanced level students and beyond. Written with input from the Cambridge English Corpus, it provides students with an introduction to stylistics with texts from different genres. It takes the approach that the best way to study literary texts is to focus closely on language. Using short activities to help explain analysis methods, this book guides students through major modern issues and concepts. It summarises key concerns and findings, while providing inspiration for language investigations and non-examined assessments (NEAs) with research suggestions.

Book Description

The Language of Literature is a general introduction to the methods and principles behind stylistics. It is suitable for advanced level students and beyond. Written with input from the Cambridge English Corpus, it provides students with an introduction to stylistics with texts from different genres. It takes the approach that the best way to study literary texts is to focus closely on language. Using short activities to help explain analysis methods, this book guides students through major modern issues and concepts. It summarises key concerns and findings, while providing inspiration for language investigations and non-examined assessments (NEAs) with research suggestions.