Description
Book SynopsisFocusing on texts written in English and emphasising writing by women from the beginning of the Renaissance period in the 1300s to the 21st century, this book illustrates not only the richness and diversity of female literary voices, but also the many changing and different contexts in which writing by women can be read.
Trade Review'. . . provide valuable background and guidance to sixth-formers and students working on their own for exams and coursework for all awarding bodies, not just OCR.' Times Educational Supplement
'Attractivly produced and concisely presented in 128 pages, this is a user-friendly book; students will have no difficulty in locating whatever information they may need.' School Librarian
'It is a balanced, clear and thoughtful presentation which teachers and students will find very helpful. ' Times Educational Supplement
Table of ContentsIntroduction; 1. Reading women writers; 2. Approaching the texts; 3. Texts and extracts; 4. Critical approaches; 5. How to write about women writers; 6. Resources.
