30-Second Literature: The 50 most important forms, genres and styles, each ex...

Description: 30-Second Literature: The 50 most important forms, genres and styles, each explained in half a minute Berthoud, Ella Product Overview Whether you're looking for a new author or genre to explore, 30-Second Literature provides you with summaries of the major literary genres, styles and histories. Part of the 30-Second series, this introductory guide to literature is split into 7 chapters that cover: The History of Literature – from Sanskrit to ModernismThe Novel – in all its glorious genresLiterary Prose – non-fiction from diaries to philosophiesPoetry – from the sonnet to the haikuDrama – interesting theatrical forms and genresLiterary Devices – the techniques authors use in their worksLiterary Styles – the features and history of different styles of writing Each topic is summarized in 300 words and contains a small bibliography for you to expand your bookworm horizons. You can also brush up on literary terms ahead of that book-club meeting, as each chapter features its own glossary. Interspersed throughout the book are profiles of key literary figures that have impacted one of our most beloved hobbies. Literature is not just any written work; it is work that has stood the test of time, that is most widely thought to be of lasting merit. Just how particular books are elevated to literary status, reflects the values and judgements of society and mirrors the development of civilisation. This book is a broad overview of the multitude of voices used to describe our human experience.If you like this, you might also be interested in 30-Second Mythology, 30-Second Numbers or any of the other title sin the 30 Second series! Read more Details Publisher ‏ : ‎ Ivy Press (March 3, 2020) Language ‏ : ‎ English Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 160 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0711254672 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 71 Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.18 pounds Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.38 x 0.5 x 9.38 inches Best Sellers Rank: #4,089,387 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #3,555 in General Books & Reading #16,143 in Literary Genre History & Criticism #148,266 in Literary Fiction (Books) #3,555 in General Books & Reading #16,143 in Literary Genre History & Criticism We have been selling used books since 2012, and we've learned that the most important thing is doing good business. Honesty is our policy. Free Shipping We ship worldwide. We have multiple warehouses around the world, so please note the extended handling time on certain listings.

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