Analysing Text provides step-by-step guidance for students (Year 10 and above) engaging with texts of all kinds, from traditional literature to contemporary media. Genre, form, style and literary techniques are investigated in detail, using annotated extracts drawn from many historical, cultural and social contexts. Students and teachers will find Analysing Text a vital resource that makes texts accessible and more enjoyable to study.

The book features:

practical strategies for analysing any text in context, and methods for planning essay responses
exercises and activities to develop, practise, refine and revise skills
a comprehensive glossary of literary terms.