The Broadview Introduction to Literature: Concise Edition

Book excerpt: Designed for courses taught at the introductory level in Canadian universities and colleges, this new anthology provides a rich selection of literary texts. In each genre the anthology includes a vibrant mix of classic and contemporary works. Each work is accompanied by an author biography and by explanatory notes, and each genre is prefaced by a substantial introduction. Pedagogically current and uncommon in its breadth of representation, The Broadview Introduction to Literature invites students into the world of literary study in a truly distinctive way. This concise edition offers the literary breadth and pedagogical features of the complete edition in a more compact, affordable package. This anthology comes with access to a companion website for students. An access code is included with all new copies. An instructor’s website is also available; an access code is provided with all desk copies.