English and American Literature Selected Readings

Author: Gao Dan
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: This book is divided into two parts according to the teaching plan of English for higher education, with the upper part being a selection of British literature and the lower part being a selection of American literature. It aims to introduce students to some renowned British and American literary figures and masterpieces over a one-year course. The introductions to the selected major writers and works are primarily based on common views or established conclusions. In the notes, the relevant word meanings, historical backgrounds, and sociocultural contexts are explained, and reference bibliographies are provided at the end of each unit for further study by students. This book is specifically designed for teaching use by faculty and students of English for higher education, and can also be used as a reference for researchers and enthusiasts of British and American literature.