This third edition, which contains updated material, additional discussion of critical terms and approaches and a revised further reading list, is a guide to the study of English literature. This text offers a comprehensive introduction to English poetry, drama and the novel, complete with practical advice on how to analyze texts.

Table of Contents

Preface How to Use This Guide English, American and Postcolonial Literature: a Brief Survey Poetry Drama The Novel Critical Concepts Critical Positions and Perspectives Further Reading Author Index Subject Index

About the Author

JOHN PECK and MARTIN COYLE are Senior Lecturers in English at Cardiff University. They are the General Editors of the New Casebooks series, and the Palgrave Critical Issues series.