Note: You are purchasing a standalone product; MyLiteratureLab(R) does not come packaged with this c...ontent. If you would like to purchase "both" the physical text and MyLiteratureLab, search for ISBN-10: 013404763X / ISBN-13: 9780134047638. That package includes ISBN-10: 0133931269 / ISBN-13: 9780133931266, ISBN-10: 0133931277 / ISBN-13: 9780133931273, and ISBN-10: 0321968123 / ISBN-13: 9780321968128. MyLiteratureLab is not a self-paced technology and should only be purchased when required by an instructor. "For introductory courses in Literature. "Cultivate a Love of Literature... The smallest and most economical member of the Kennedy/Gioia family, "Backpack Literature: ""An Introduction to Fiction, Poetry, Drama, and Writing, 5/e"" "is a brief paperback version of the discipline's most popular Literature anthology. " ""Backpack Literature "introduces college students to the appreciation and experience of literature in its major forms and develops the student's ability to think critically and communicate effectively through writing. The book is built on the assumption that great literature can enrich and enlarge the lives it touches. Both editors, literary writers themselves, believe that textbooks should be not only informative and accurate but also lively, accessible, and engaging. Also Available with MyLiteratureLab(R)This title is also available with MyLiteratureLab -- an online resource that works with our literature anthologies to provide engaging experiences to instructors and students.
Students can access new content that fosters an understanding of literary elements, which provides a foundation for stimulating class discussions. This simple and powerful tool offers state-of-the-art audio and video resources along with practical tools and flexible assessment.
An eAnthology includes over 200 selections. Lessons help students interpret and write about key works; Interactive Readings provide students with annotated readings and questions to guide their understanding. With these resources and more, we continue to enrich content to provide the best digital learning experiences.