Higher English

Higher English The Critical Essay

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Publisher's Synopsis

Boost grades, with practical strategies for tackling 50% of the overall mark.


This text explains how to effectively prepare a literature text and then construct a critical essay in accordance with marking guidelines from the Scottish Qualifications Authority.





- Addresses how to avoid common problems, such as a failure to be selective or a lack of a clear structure, through worked examples and sample essays


- Improves skills through a practical approach of explanations followed by a series of exercises and peer assessment activities


- Ensures students are set for their exam with a checklist of points to remember when constructing a good critical essay

Book information

ISBN: 9780340966563
Publisher: Hodder Education Group
Imprint: Hodder Gibson
Pub date:
Number of pages: 136
Weight: 336g
Height: 244mm
Width: 180mm
Spine width: 8mm