M.A.R. Habib is a Distinguished Professor of English at Rutgers University. Among his many books is a volume of poetry, Shades of Islam: Poems for a New Century (2010). He lives in Cherry Hill, New Jersey.

ACCESSIBLE AND ENGAGING COVERAGE THAT GIVES STUDENTS THE INFORMATION THEY NEED TO SUCCEED

Literary Studies provides a clear and succinct introduction to prosody, literary terms, historical periods and theory, written in an engaging narrative style that encourages students. Answering the question "So What Can I do with an English Major?", the guide provides inspiration alongside practical advice. Literary Studies is an essential reference that students will return to again and again while working towards their degree.

RICH WITH LITERATURE FROM AMERICAN, ENGLISH AND WORLD TRADITIONS

Literary Studies is rich with literature, using diverse examples from every genre to show how to read, how to analyse and how to write. From William Blake to Zadie Smith, the guide doesn't just talk about literature, but talks with literature. For instructors wishing to cover the basics of literary study in survey courses, the guide makes an ideal package item with The Norton Anthologies of English, American and World Literature.

COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE OF THE WRITING PROCESS

The guide covers the full spectrum of the writing process-from finding a topic to writing a thesis to finalising a research paper-and features a variety of written genres. Students will find the writing guidance useful in their English classes, their non-English courses and their careers post-college.