Publisher's Synopsis
Introduction to Literary Context: World Literature provides richly detailed essays on significant works of literature from around the world that are studied by high school and undergraduate college students. With coverage of both novels and works of short fiction, the essays provide an in-depth examination of the most studied, historical and contemporary works of literature from around the world.
Each 8-10 page concise essay examines each work through the following categories:
- Content Synopsis
- Societal Context
- Scientific & Technological Context
- Biographical Context
The essays in Introduction to Literary Context: World Literature also include a list of Additional Contemporary Novels, Discussion Questions, and Essay Ideas to help students get the most out of their study of these works.
