Approaches to Teaching Austen's Persuasion

"Offers pedagogical techniques for teaching Jane Austen's Persuasion, including considerations of social class, gender, philosophy, disability studies, the author's life, and the history of the Napoleonic Wars. Gives syllabus suggestions for undergraduate and graduate courses in nineteenth-century English literature, the history of the novel, and women's writing."--

About the author

Founded in 1883, the Modern Language Association of America provides opportunities for its members to share their scholarly findings and teaching experiences with colleagues and to discuss trends in the academy. MLA members host an annual convention and other meetings, work with related organizations, and sustain one of the finest publishing programs in the humanities. For more than a century, members have worked to strengthen the study and teaching of language and literature.

Summary

Jane Austen is a favourite with many students, whether they've read her novels or viewed popular film adaptations. But Persuasion (1817), completed at the end of her life, can be challenging for students to approach. This volume provides teachers with avenues to explore the depths and richness of the novel.

Product details

• Assisted by: Marcia M. Folsom (Editor), Marcia Mcclintock Folsom (Editor), John Wiltshire (Editor)
• Publisher: Modern Language Association of America
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 30.06.2021
• EAN: 9781603294782
• ISBN: 978-1-60329-478-2
• No. of pages: 248
• Dimensions: 152 mm x 226 mm x 18 mm
• Weight: 363 g
• Series: Approaches to Teaching World L; Approaches to Teaching World Literature S.; Approaches to Teaching World Literature
• Subject: Humanities, art, music > Education > School education, didactics, methodology