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The Literature Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained

by James Canton, Sam Atkinson
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The Literature Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained
The Literature Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained

Explore literary masterpieces; historical to contemporary.

If you're eager to dive into a buffet of literary classics and modern masterpieces, "The Literature Book" offers you a taste of the global literary feast. It's the perfect companion for someone wanting to broaden their literary horizons, giving you the who's who and what's what of the books that have shaped our world. With it, you'll not only read more intelligently but also discover new gems to cherish.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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The Literature Book: Big Ideas Simply Explained

by James Canton, Sam Atkinson
$19.90
Compare to estimated retail price: S$38.81  

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ISBN: 9780241015469
Authors: James Canton, Sam Atkinson
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley
Date of Publication: 2016-03-01
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: History, Art
Goodreads rating: 4.15
(rated by 1736 readers)

Description

From Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby to Shelley's Frankenstein, The Literature Book documents the greatest literature ever written. Featuring over 100 best-selling books, plays, and poetry from all over the world, including Latin American and African fiction, The Literature Book encompasses celebrated masterpieces from the most renowned authors to have ever lived. Stunning images and inspirational quotes jump out from the pages, as detailed plot summaries and helpful context bring the timeless works of literature to life. The book also offers a deeper look into the famed fiction of Shakespeare, Oscar Wilde, and more, as in-depth literary criticism and interesting authorial biographies give each work of literature a new meaning. In The Literature Book, the world's most iconic literature and greatest writers come together for a fascinating journey through time that is a must-have for any literature student or fan of fiction.
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This is a well-read book, which means that the previous owner probably really enjoyed it! The cover and pages may include moderate foxing and annotations, but the text is not obscured and still readable. Moderate cosmetic defects and minor water damage may be present on the edges of the book. For paperbacks, there may be multiple crease marks on the spine.

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Explore literary masterpieces; historical to contemporary.

If you're eager to dive into a buffet of literary classics and modern masterpieces, "The Literature Book" offers you a taste of the global literary feast. It's the perfect companion for someone wanting to broaden their literary horizons, giving you the who's who and what's what of the books that have shaped our world. With it, you'll not only read more intelligently but also discover new gems to cherish.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.