Publisher's Synopsis
""Readings for Ideas and Form"" is a comprehensive book edited by Egbert S. Oliver. The book is a collection of various essays, articles, and literary works that reflect on the different forms of writing and how they convey ideas. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a particular genre of writing, such as poetry, drama, fiction, and non-fiction. The essays and articles included in the book are written by some of the most prominent writers and literary critics of their time, including William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, John Keats, Virginia Woolf, and T.S. Eliot. The book also features works by lesser-known writers, providing a diverse range of perspectives on the art of writing. The book is intended for students of literature, creative writing, and English language, as well as anyone interested in exploring the different forms of writing and how they convey ideas. The essays and articles included in the book are accompanied by critical analysis and commentary by the editor, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the texts and their significance. Overall, ""Readings for Ideas and Form"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the art of writing and its role in shaping our understanding of the world around us.1935. This book of readings for college freshmen was compiled and edited with special reference to the needs of the student rather than the interests of the teacher. It includes only such selections as can reasonably be expected to appeal to student interest. The questions following each selection contribute to the student�������s ability to read thoughtfully and to grow in power of appreciation of correct literary form.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.