Literature: An Introduction to Reading and Writing, Compact Edition�is founded on the principles of writing about literature.� It is not an afterthought and it is not
treated as a separate chapter or appendix; but rather, it is the carefully integrated philosophy of Professor Roberts' approach to teaching literature and composition.�
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Complete coverage of writing about each element and a total of�28 MLA-format student essays with accompanying commentary ensure student comprehension of writing about literature and
therefore, produce better student papers.��
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