Writing Essays About Literature: A Guide and Style Sheet
What stands out as particularly effective in the text are the succinct, understandable explanations. In addition, the examples are well-chosen. These elements are also what students would respond positively to."I have been teaching Composition for almost 20 years, and this is the best book I have found for students taking the second part of English Comp - which is usually Literature based."Griffith has put together a highly useful text, one that is especially strong on practical instructions for writing about literature. Much thought has gone into the text's organization and content. In my opinion, it would be eminently useful in introductory literature courses that emphasize interpreting and writing about literature."I used Roberts for many years, but I find Griffith easier for students to understand and follow.