Text Guide: Hard Times (Paperback)

Paperback. Insight Text Guides take students into the deeper layers of meaning in a range of popular novels, plays, films, poetry collections and nonfiction texts. They are designed to develop detailed knowledge, deep understanding and genuine insight into the text. The guides are written by practising English teachers, professional writers, reviewers and academics who are experts in their fields. Each guide presents a clear, comprehensive and accessible analysis. There are more than 200 Insight Text Guides, and new titles are published every year. EACH TITLE FEATURES: An overview of the text, including notes on the authors life and work, a plot synopsis, a character map and brief character summaries for quick reference Discussion of the historical, cultural and social contexts relevant to the text Close analysis of each chapter/scene/story/poem, with discussion questions Detailed analysis of characters, themes and ideas Explanations of different responses to and interpretations of the text Guidelines for successful essay writing Essay topics, a sample analysis of a topic and a sample essay on the text. Insight Text Guides help students explore deeper meaning in a wide range of texts. Each guide includes an overview with author notes, plot synopsis, character map and summaries; discussion of historical, cultural and social contexts; close chapter analysis with questions; insights on themes and characters; essay tips, topics and sample responses. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…