Close Reading: How to Read Literature
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Introduction to Theory of Literature
Explore literary theory with Paul Fry's Yale course. Learn close-reading techniques & critical approaches to understand literature deeply.
lithub.com
LitHub is a literary magazine featuring long-form essays, criticism, author interviews, and book recommendations, covering contemporary literature and literary culture. It's a rich resource for close reading and thoughtful analysis of texts and craft.
poetryfoundation.org
Poetry Foundation is a nonprofit site housing a large searchable collection of poems, poet bios, and related articles, audio recordings, and essays. It offers teaching resources, reading guides, and close-reading tools to analyze and appreciate poetry.
britannica.com
Britannica is a trusted online encyclopedia offering in-depth, peer-reviewed articles across subjects, along with images, timelines, glossaries, primary sources, and other study tools to support close reading and research.