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Ralph Waldo Emerson was one of America's most influential thinkers and indisputably the central figure of the American Renaissance of the mid-19th century. His essay "Nature" is considered to be the founding document for the transcendentalist movement, and his influence can be seen in the writings of Whitman, Thoreau, Melville, and others. "How to Write about Ralph Waldo Emerson" offers valuable paper-topic suggestions, clearly outlined strategies on how to write a strong essay, and an insightful introduction by Harold Bloom on writing about Emerson. This new volume is designed to help students develop their analytical writing skills and critical comprehension of the author and his major works.

One of the most influential writers of the last 30 years and a champion for African-American and women's rights, Alice Walker reflects her beliefs in her passionate writing. Walker is best known for her Pulitzer Prize - winning novel, "The Color Purple", a compelling work that boldly tackles the issues of racism and sexism in the rural South. "How to Write about Alice Walker" offers valuable suggestions for paper topics, clearly outlined strategies on how to write a strong essay, and an insightful introduction by Harold Bloom on writing about Walker. This new volume is designed to help students develop their analytical writing skills and critical comprehension of the author and her major works.

In 450 entries ranging in length from 300 to more than 2,500 words each, "The Facts On File Companion to British Poetry: 1900 to the Present" is a new A-to-Z encyclopedic guide that introduces high school and college students to some of the best-loved 20th and 21st-century British poets and poetry. Appendixes include a general bibliography and a glossary of poetic terms.

Features in this series include exploration of the background, themes and and characters, a detailed analysis of the text and a unique cross-referencing system as well as tips on preparing for literature coursework and exams.

This volume is part of a series of novels, plays and stories at GCSE/Key Stage 4 level, designed to meet the needs of the National Curriculum syllabus. Each text includes an introduction, pre-reading activities, notes and coursework activities. Also provided is a section on the process of writing, often compiled by the author.

The book offers a brief plot synopsis, a double-page graphic overview and insight into the text, a short introduction to major characters and themes and a who's who in the text - introducing a cameo icon for each major character. It explains major and minor themes in the texts - introducing thematic icons, gives a detailed commentary on the text, linked closely to the text for ease of reference, and features icons to enable flexible following of themes and characters. There is also a self-test quiz for each section, focusing on skills that will be required for coursework and exams and a checklist of important quotes. Guidance on structure and content of exam essays is given with examples of questions.

The ultimate guides for the very best grades Philip Allan Literature Guides (for GCSE) provide exam-focused analysis of popular set text to give students the very best chance of achieving the highest grades possible. Designed to be used throughout the course or as revision before the exam, this text provides a thorough commentary, outlining the plot and structure and exploring the themes, style and characters with a detailed look at the context of the text. The exemplar A*- and C-grade answers with examiner's comments, exam and essay-writing advice provide students with the confidence to achieve more. A separate section outlines the assessment objectives for each exam board and highlights the specific skills that students need to develop. Written by highly experienced authors, the full-colour Philip Allan Literature Guides include the following special features: - A* and C grade exemplar answers to exam-style questions with examiner commentary - 'Grade booster' boxes with tips on how to move between grades - 'Pause for thought' boxes, which raise questions in order to make students consider their own opinions - Key quotations that students can memorise to use in the exams - Free access to a website with further revision aids including interactive quizzes, blogs a forum for students to share their ideas, useful web links, plus additional exam-style questions and answers with examiner's comments and expert advice Use the Philip Allan Literature Guides and the online support to help you prepare thoroughly for your exam and improve your grade. Philip Allan Literature Guides (for GCSE) are also available to support: To Kill a Mockingbird, Of Mice and Men, Lord of the Flies, AQA Anthology: Moon on the Tides (Conflict and Relationships), A View from the Bridge, Romeo and Juliet, Pride and Prejudice, Anita and Me, The Woman in Black, The Crucible, Great Expectations, Animal Farm, Purple Hisbiscus, Macbeth, The Merchant of Venice and AQA Anthology: Moon on the Tides (Character and Voice and Place). If you are a teacher, look out for the supporting Philip Allan Literature Guides (for GCSE) Teacher Resource Packs.

A Key Stage 3 book designed for pupils who find music theory difficult to understand and remember. The content is differentiated at three levels to cater for differing abilities and experience, and a corresponding teacher's resource pack is also available.