A Glossary of Literary Terms

A Comprehensive Glossary of Literary Terms, Literary Criticism and Literary Theory for English Literature Students

A Glossary of Literary Terms by M. H. Abrams and Geoffrey Harpham is a widely used reference book for students and scholars of English literature, literary criticism and literary theory. The 11th edition provides an updated and comprehensive collection of essential literary terms, explained through accessible essays that place concepts in context and connect them with related ideas.

The book is particularly useful for understanding the terminology used in literary studies, literary history, criticism and contemporary critical theory. Its alphabetical organization makes it convenient for students to quickly locate and study individual literary terms.

Key Features

• 11th Edition of the established literary reference work
• Covers essential terms used in literature, criticism and literary theory
• Authored by renowned literary scholars M. H. Abrams and Geoffrey Harpham
• Alphabetically organized for quick reference
• Literary terms are explained through concise, reader-friendly essays
• Provides context and related literary concepts
• Incorporates updated scholarship and developments in critical theories
• Useful for English literature courses and academic research
• Includes an index of authors
• Suitable as a reference throughout academic and professional study

Learning Outcomes

• Understand important terminology used in literary studies.
• Identify and explain major literary concepts and terms.
• Develop a stronger foundation in literary criticism and theory.
• Understand literary terms within their appropriate context.
• Connect related concepts across different areas of literary studies.
• Improve the ability to analyse literary works using appropriate terminology.
• Use the glossary as a quick academic reference while studying literature.
• Build vocabulary for university-level English literature and literary criticism.

Ideal For

• BA English Literature students
• MA English Literature students
• English Literature students
• Literature researchers
• Literary criticism students
• Literary theory students
• UGC NET English aspirants
• SET English aspirants
• PhD scholars and research students
• Teachers and lecturers of English literature
• Students preparing for university examinations
• Anyone seeking a comprehensive reference to literary terms

Why Buy This Book?

• Provides a convenient reference to essential literary terminology.
• Helps students understand complex literary concepts.
• Useful for literature, literary criticism and literary theory.
• Alphabetical organization makes terms easy to find.
• Written by established literary scholars.
• Useful for university study, examination preparation and research.
• The 11th edition incorporates updated scholarship and critical theories.
• Can be used as both a course reference and a long-term academic resource.

About the Author

M. H. Abrams

M. H. Abrams was a distinguished scholar of eighteenth- and nineteenth-century literature and literary criticism. He also served as General Editor of The Norton Anthology of English Literature and received major academic fellowships and recognition for his contribution to literary scholarship.

Geoffrey Galt Harpham

Geoffrey Galt Harpham was a prominent scholar associated with literary criticism, critical theory and intellectual history. He served as director of the National Humanities Center and wrote extensively on literary criticism and related humanities subjects.