Literature: An Introduction to Fiction, Poetry, and Drama

Synopsis of Literature: An Introduction to Fiction, Poetry, and Drama

This sixth edition of 'Literature: An Introduction to Fiction, Poetry, and Drama', edited by X. J. Kennedy and Dana Gioia, is a comprehensive anthology designed for higher education students. The book features fifty-six short stories, fifteen poems celebrating diversity, and fifteen dramatic plays, including works by Shakespeare and Sophocles.

Beyond the literary selections, the text includes a 'Critical Approaches to Literature' supplement at the back, which explains nine analytical methods for studying literature. With a multicultural and contemporary approach, this book serves as an essential academic resource for developing sensitivity to language, gender, and culture.