This concise guide introduces students to the major elements of fiction, illustrating theory by examples from classic and contemporary practitioners of the short story. There is also a section on how to write about fiction.
"This concise guide introduces students to the major elements of fiction, illustrating theory by examples from classic and contemporary practitioners of the short story. There is also a section on how to write about fiction."@en
"Designed for the college student who is beginning a serious study of fiction."
"[This book] is the ... comprehensive resource for courses on reading or writing fiction. This essential text is designed to develop the vital skills required for success in nearly every college-level class: critical reading, careful analysis, and effective writing."
""More than fifty years ago, Laurence Perrine pioneered an engaging approach to teaching literature ... Since then, millions of students have used Perrine's introductions to plot, character, theme, and other elements of fiction, gaining an understanding of fiction and developing essential skills in critical reading, analysis, and writing"--P. [4] of cover."@en
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