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Paperback: 192 pages
Publisher: Routledge; 3 edition (22 Jun 2009)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0415496748
ISBN-13: 978-0415496742
Product Dimensions: 19.4 x 12.8 x 1.6 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

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'Exactly what students need.' – Times Education Supplement

‘Excellent […] Thought-provoking and accessible.' – The English and Media Magazine

'Doing English does English proud ... This is essential reading for students intending to study English to degree level – and for all those preparing for the challenges of new AS/A2.’ – Adrian Beard, Gosforth High School, UK

‘A valuable, original book. I know of no other that prepares students for higher education in this way.’ – Peter Childs, University of Gloucestershire, UK

Aimed at students of English Literature in their final year of secondary education or beginning degrees, this immensely readable book is the ideal introduction to studying English Literature.

Doing English presents the ideas and debates that shape how we ‘do’ English today, covering arguments about the value of literature, the canon, Shakespeare, theory, politics and the future of the subject.

In his lucid and engaging style, Robert Eaglestone:

orientates you, examining what it is to 'do English'
equips you for future study, explaining key ideas and trends in English Studies in context
enables you, bridging the gap between 'traditional' and 'theoretical' approaches to literature.

Practical and provocative, the third edition of this classic guide is fully updated, including new material on English assessment objectives and a new chapter on creative writing.

About the Author

Robert Eaglestone is Professor of Contemporary Literature and Thought at Royal Holloway, University of London, and Series Editor of Routledge Critical Thinkers.

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A good way in to a thorny subject 28 Mar 2010

By Captain Pugwash

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Literary criticism is such an extensive and a nebulous subject and the market is saturated with texts relating to it. However, if you're going to buy only one then make it this one. Recommended as part of OCR's AS English Literature course, it's clearly and concisely written and makes the understanding of Lit Crit so much more enjoyable and relevant. The price on here is reasonable, and the size and depth of the text means you definitely get value for money.

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A brilliant book for Literature students/fans! 7 Feb 2010

By K. Lee

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For anyone studying Literature, this book is a must-have! It's clearly written (unlike many of its counterparts),engaging and informative. You really will find it a breath of fresh air compared to many other books on the same subject. It is written in plain English and introduces new concepts in a manner that is easy to grasp. Best of all, each chapter has a very well written summary at the end, that you can use as a quick reference and reminder. This book has helped me greatly in my English Literature degree!

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An entertaining and useful book 19 May 2010

By Mr. Robert Kenyon

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This book handles some of the questions I have been asking myself for years in a very readable and relaxed way. Although I could put the book down, I was drawn back to read the next chapter through curiosity about what Eaglestone was going to say next. I particularly enjoyed the chapters relating to F.R. Leavis and Shakespeare and wished this book had been around when I studied for A level.

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