Handbook of English Literature | 2nd Revised Edition

Editors: Shashi Shekhar Singh, Paridhi Chaudhary
ISBN: 9789391039127
Edition: 2025 | 2nd Edition
Genre: Literary Studies, English Literature, Academic Reference
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 164

Handbook of English Literature (As per NEP 2020) is a concise yet comprehensive guide for students, educators, and literature enthusiasts, crafted to meet the evolving academic requirements of the New Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Edited by renowned scholars Shashi Shekhar Singh and Paridhi Chaudhary, this second revised edition provides detailed annotations, enriched clarity, and enhanced referencing, making it an indispensable resource for understanding key literary concepts and works.

The book delves into essential literary terms and forms such as sonnets, elegies, odes, and ballads, offering an in-depth exploration of their significance. It also features a curated selection of iconic English literary works. Below is the full table of contents:

Table of Contents:

• John Donne: A Valediction: Forbidding Mourning (1633)
• John Milton: On His Blindness (1655)
• Thomas Gray: Elegy Written in a Country Churchyard (1733)
• Alexander Pope: An Essay on Man (1734)
• John Keats: Ode on a Grecian Urn (1819)
• Alfred Tennyson: Ulysses (1833)
• Robert Browning: My Last Duchess (1842)
• Matthew Arnold: Dover Beach (1851)
• T.S. Eliot: The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock (1915)
• W.B. Yeats: The Second Coming (1919)
• Philip Larkin: Church Going (1954)

This handbook bridges classical and modern literature, providing critical insights into the works of W.B. Yeats, Philip Larkin, and many others, catering to a broad spectrum of literary interests.

Key Features:

• NEP 2020 Compliant: Aligns with the academic framework of the New Education Policy.
• Comprehensive Coverage: Explains literary forms, genres, and key works with detailed annotations.
• Authoritative Editors: Contributions by seasoned educators with extensive experience in literature.
• Perfect for Students: Ideal for undergraduate and postgraduate literature courses, as well as self-study.
• Prescribed Reading: Recommended in the Department of English, Delhi University, and Amity University NOIDA, as well as across other Amity University campuses.

Whether you are preparing for exams or exploring English literature, Handbook of English Literature is your trusted companion to grasp the intricacies of literary traditions.

Manufacturer/Publisher: Doaba Publications
Country of Origin: India
Packer Information: Doaba Publications, India