The Harbrace Anthology Of Literature

The Harbrace Anthology of Literature, Third Edition, presents a rich fabric of literary works, both traditional and contemporary, from most of the English-speaking world. While maintaining the solid foundation of the traditional canon, the anthology also features a large reprensentation of Canadian and women writers.

Now in its fourth edition, The Harbrace Anthology of Literature continues its tradition of presenting a varied and increasingly diverse selection of poetry, drama, and short fiction by male and female writers from a variety of cultural backgrounds around the world. The Harbrace Anthology of Literature assists readers in finding meaning and appreciating literature by offering biographical and explanatory notes for each work, by suggesting methods for responding to literature, and by providing a concise glossary of literary terms. The three major genres of this anthology are also available individually in Thomson Nelson's Harbrace Series.

The Harbrace Anthology of Short Fiction 4e continues its tradition of presenting a varied and diverse selection of short stories by men and women writers from around the world. It offers updated biographical and explanatory notes for both traditional and contemporary fiction, strategies for writing about literature, and a concise glossary of literary terms. The 4th edition has 25% new content, including several Canadian writers like Guy Vanderhaeghe and Carol Shields.

The Harbrace Anthology of Poetry 4e continues its tradition of presenting a varied and diverse selection of poem by men and women from around the world. With nearly 30% new content, the 4the also edition offers updated biographical and explanatory notes for traditional and contemporary poems, strategies for writing about literature, and a glossary of literary terms.

The Harbrace Anthology of Drama 4e offers a wide and diverse selection of great plays by past and contemporary masters from all parts of the English-speaking world. Significant recent Canadian works round out the selection and offers readers in our own country an opportunity to experience Canadian plays in an international context. Along with a general introduction, The Harbrace Anthology of Drama includes and introduction to the genre, strategies for writing about literature, and a glossary of literary terms.