ENG102 - Hordge

What is Literary Criticism? 

It is the evaluation, analysis, and interpretation of literature. It involves reading a text closely to understand deeper meanings, the author's intent and cultural context.

What are some tips for conducting a literary analysis?

• Investigate the historical and cultural background of the text, focusing on the time period in which it is written.

• Pay attention to the details, such as word choice, imagery, and narrative techniques.

• Compare the text with other works from the author.

• Search for literary critiques that investigate the text and analyze it through different lenses.

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