OverviewA Glossary of Literary Terms was written by M. H. Abrams and published by Cengage Learning India Pvt. Ltd, New Delhi.SynopsisThe book was first published over half a century ago, but has managed to stay relevant even after all this time. 'The Glossary of Literary Terms' deals with complex terms used extensively in literature and strives to explain these terms in an understandable manner. It discusses each term in its own context and the explanations are presented as a series of beautifully crafted essays. These essays manage to explore the surroundings of the term and all the various situations it might be used in. It also suggests related entries similar to the term discussed and where the student must go to for additional information on the term. The book has been updated numerous times over the years so that it still remains relevant today to reflect the literary climate of the 21st century. It is the perfect textbook for an introductory literary theory course or can be used as a supplement to any literature course. An invaluable reference that any student or professional can peruse over the course of their career, this book remains one of the best books ever written on the subject of literary terms.
