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This book includes: New definitions of contemporary critical issues such as ‘Cybercriticism’ and ‘Globalization’. An exhaustive range of entries, covering numerous aspects to such topics as genre, form, cultural theory and literary technique. Complete coverage of traditional and radical approaches to the study and production of ...
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Fowler’s seminal Dictionary of Modern Critical Terms. Bringing together original entries written by such celebrated theorists as Terry Eagleton and Malcolm Bradbury with new definitions of current terms and controversies, this is the essential reference book for students of literature at all levels. This book includes:
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Concise definitions, usage tips, and lots of examples for 136 literary devices and terms.
Refrain - A phrase, line, or group of lines that is repeated throughout a poem, usually after. every stanza – kind of like the chorus of a song. Rhyme - The occurrence of the same or similar sounds at the end of two or more words. The pattern of rhyme in a stanza or poem is shown usually by using a different letter for each final sound.
What does the adjective inflamed mean? There are five meanings listed in OED's entry for the adjective inflamed . See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.
Reading and Literature – A Glossary of Literary Terms 2 Style: The distinctive way that a writer uses language including such factors as word choice, sentence length, arrangement, and complexity, and the use of figurative language and imagery. Suspense: A feeling of excitement, curiosity, or expectation about what will happen.
Every good story has a theme, a setting, a conflict where the antagonist and protagonist of the story eventually reach a climax and a resolution. Readers and viewers then identify, interpret and /or analyze the works using the literary techniques and elements that were employed.
