Learn how to write about literature the convenient affordable way COMPACT LITERATURE READING REACTING WRITING 9E helps you succeed in class and make literature a part of your life Combining a broad selection of literature with time proven writing instruction this reader friendly text walks you step by step through the entire research and writing process helping you learn to craft literary analyses and arguments Demonstrating that writing about literature is a process of discovery examination and debate the text includes a comprehensive guide to writing about literature with full coverage of critical thinking and argument Sampler chapters on fiction poetry and drama involve you in the variety and diversity of literature through brief accessible works that showcase representative selections from four popular contemporary literary subgenres This edition has been updated to reflect guidelines from the 2016 MLA HANDBOOK Eighth Edition Learn how to write about literature the convenient affordable way COMPACT LITERATURE READING REACTING WRITING 9E helps you succeed in class and make literature a part of your life Combining a broad selection of literature with time proven writing instruction this reader friendly text walks you step by step through the ...entire research and writing process helping you learn to craft literary analyses and arguments Demonstrating that writing about literature is a process of discovery examination and debate the text includes a comprehensive guide to writing about literature with full coverage of critical thinking and argument Sampler chapters on fiction poetry and drama involve you in the variety and diversity of literature through brief accessible works that showcase representative selections from four popular contemporary literary subgenres This edition has been updated to reflect guidelines from the 2016 MLA HANDBOOK Eighth Edition