Publisher's Synopsis
Ray Moore's Study Guides provide insights into important and demanding texts.This Study Guide is ideal for both the individual reader and for reading groups/classes.It is a comprehensive guide which aims to support reflective reading. The critical analysis brings together a range of opinion on the text and offers a consistent reading.It includes:1. An Introduction;2. Original critical analysis for teachers/students/readers including: an annotated list of characters, narrative voice, genre, themes, setting, symbols, etc.;3. Each chapter is accompanied by guiding questions, helpful explanatory notes and a detailed commentary;The guiding questions (70 in all) encourage readers to a deeper understanding of the background, themes, and characters of the text. No answers are given (though much of the ground is covered in the commentaries): trust the students to find their answers. The questions are designed to stimulate thought, discussion and interpretation, and can be used for self-study, group discussion, jigsaw groups, formal presentations, written answers, etc.;4. Ideas for groupings for group discussion, feedback, and presentation;5. Definitions of key literary terms and a literary terms activity;6. Two graphic organizers for notes;7. Suggestions for further reading.
