- I.A. Richards, Practical Criticism (1929)
A ‘landmark of twentieth-century criticism,’ Richards’ theory suggests literature should be presented in isolation for analysis. This practise is an essential part of the English Tripos.
- Terry Eagleton, How to Read a Poem (2007)
A text ‘designed to banish the intimidation that too often attends the subject of poetry,’ and give insights into how a reader should approach and respond to poetry.
- Jason Scott-Warren, Early Modern English Literature (2005)
A text that seeks to ‘enhance our understanding of early modern literature’ through examining the contexts of its original production.