Perrines Literature: Structure, Sound, and Sense
by Greg Johnson, Thomas R. Arp
Category: Literary Collections

A bestseller for more than sixty years, PERRINE’S LITERATURE: STRUCTURE, SOUND, AND SENSE, 13e offers an effective introduction to literature using a rich assortment of classic, modern, and contemporary readings that appeal to students from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences. Written for students beginning a serious study of literature, the text introduces the fundamental elements of fiction, poetry, and drama in a concise and engaging way, addressing vital questions that other texts tend to ignore, such as Is some literature better? and How can it be evaluated? The thirteenth edition reflects the most recently published MLA guide (8th edition, 2016) and is updated with new stories, poems, and plays by some of the finest authors of any era. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.