The Heath Introduction to Literature

by Alice S. Landy (Editor)

This introductory anthology of short fiction, poetry, and drama is organized by genre and features chapter introductions and a bibliography of film adaptations. Readings have been chosen with an eye toward classic selections and gender balance, while allowing the book to retain the teachability and traditional emphases for which it has long been admired. At about half the length and a much lower price than comparable anthologies, this text provides ample selections for a course without requiring students to pay for what they won't use. Apparatus includes an opening essay on reading literature, chapter introductions, biographical notes, questions, essay suggestions, and a section on Writing About Literature.

Genres: Reference

1142 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1980