100 Must-read Classic Novels

Author: Nick Rennison
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1408103699
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 194

Book Description
Want to become a classic novel buff, or expand your reading of some of the finest novels ever published? With 100 of the best titles fully reviewed and a further 500 recommended, you'll quickly set out on a journey of discovery.

100 Must-read Historical Novels

Author: Nick Rennison
Publisher: A&C Black
ISBN: 1408113961
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 194

Book Description
This latest guide in the highly successful Must-Read series depicts 100 of the finest historical fiction tales published, with a further 500 recommendations. The text covers a wide range of classic works and key authors.

100 Must-read Science Fiction Novels

Author: Nick Rennison
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1408103710
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 226

Book Description
"A reliable guide to what science fiction is" Christopher Priest, award-winning science fiction author "A really good introduction to the genre" SFX Magazine "Perceptive and glorious" Ian Watson, author of the screenplay for Steve Spielberg's A.I. Want to become a science fiction buff? Want to expand your reading in your favourite genre? This is a good place to start! From the publishers of the popular Good Reading Guide comes a rich selection of some of the finest SF novels ever published. With 100 of the best titles fully reviewed and a further 500 recommended, you'll quickly become an expert in the world of science fiction. The book is arranged by author and includes some thematic entries and special categories such as SF film adaptations, SF in rock music and Philip K. Dick in the mass media . It also includes a history of SF and a new definition of the genre, plus lists of award winners and book club recommendations. Foreword by Christopher Priest, the multiple award-winning SF author.

100 Must-read Fantasy Novels

Author: Nick Rennison
Publisher: A&C Black
ISBN: 1408136074
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 209

Book Description
Fantasy is one of the most visible genres in popular culture - we see the creation of magical and imagined worlds and characters in every type of media, with very strong fan bases in tow. This latest guide in the successful Bloomsbury Must-Read series covers work from a wide range of authors: Tolkien, Philip Pullman, Terry Pratchett, Michael Moorcock, Rudyard Kipling and C.S Lewis to very contemporary writers such as Garth Nix and Steven Erikson. If you want to expand your range of reading or deepen your understanding of this genre, this is the best place to start.

Bloomsbury Good Reading Guide

Author: Nick Rennison
Publisher: A&C Black
ISBN: 1408113988
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 497

Book Description
Deciding what to read next when you've just finished an unputdownable novel can be a daunting task. The Bloomsbury Good Reading Guide features hundreds of authors and thousands of titles, with navigation features to lead you on a rich journey through some the best literature to grace our shelves. This greatly expanded edition includes the latest contemporary authors and landmark novels, an expanded non-fiction section, a timeline setting historical events against literary milestones, prize-winner and book club lists. An accessible and easy-to-read guide that no serious book lover should be without. "The essential guide to the wild uncharted world of contemporary and 20th century writing." Robert McCrum, The Observer

100 Must-read Prize-Winning Novels

Author: Nick Rennison
Publisher: A&C Black
ISBN: 1408129116
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 194

Book Description
This handy pocket-size guide, part of the bestselling Must-Read series, introduces readers to the one hundred best novels that have won prestigious literary awards, and provides an extended introduction to the background and history of these literary prizes. More than a simple best-of list, the recommendations include insightful book reviews, historical and literary context, and cover a wide range of works of fiction.

Bloomsbury Good Reading Guide

Author: Nick Rennison
Publisher: A&C Black
ISBN: 1408103540
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 545

How to Talk About Books You Haven't Read

Author: Pierre Bayard
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 1596917148
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 129

Book Description
In this delightfully witty, provocative book, literature professor and psychoanalyst Pierre Bayard argues that not having read a book need not be an impediment to having an interesting conversation about it. (In fact, he says, in certain situations reading the book is the worst thing you could do.) Using examples from such writers as Graham Greene, Oscar Wilde, Montaigne, and Umberto Eco, he describes the varieties of "non-reading"-from books that you've never heard of to books that you've read and forgotten-and offers advice on how to turn a sticky social situation into an occasion for creative brilliance. Practical, funny, and thought-provoking, How to Talk About Books You Haven't Read-which became a favorite of readers everywhere in the hardcover edition-is in the end a love letter to books, offering a whole new perspective on how we read and absorb them.

Academic Success

Author: Jean Brick
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1352002639
Category : Study Aids
Languages : en
Pages : 256

Book Description
This hands-on book introduces students to the demands of university study in a clear and accessible way and helps them to understand what is expected of them. It helps students to develop the core skills they need to succeed at university, and gives guidance on the key forms of academic writing, including essays, reports, reflective assignments and exam papers. It shows students how to recognise opinions, positions and bias in academic texts from a range of genres, develop their own 'voice' and refer to others' ideas in an appropriate way. It also features authentic examples of academic texts and engaging activities throughout to aid understanding. Packed with practical guidance and self-study activities, this book will be an essential resource for all students new to university-level study.

The Good Little Wolf: A Bloomsbury Young Reader

Author: A.H. Benjamin
Publisher: A & C Black Children's
ISBN: 147297073X
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 25

Book Description
'Every child needs a Bloomsbury Young Reader. Fun, stretching, just the right length, full of adventurous vocabulary and punctuation.' (Julie-Ann McCulloch, Teacher) Help get children reading with this charming alternative fairy tale. Little Wolf doesn't want to be like the bad wolves in his storybooks. So off he trots into the woods where he tries to be good. But every time Little Wolf helps, everyone gets angry! Will Little Wolf ever be a hero? And will anyone ever write a story about a good little wolf? This quirky adventure from author A.H. Benjamin is perfect for children who are learning to read by themselves and for Key Stage 1. It features engaging illustrations from Sarah Aspinall and a relatable hero young readers will find hard to resist. Bloomsbury Young Readers are the perfect way to get children reading, with book-banded stories by brilliant authors like Julia Donaldson. They are packed with gorgeous colour illustrations and include inside cover notes to help adults reading with children, as well as ideas for activities related to the stories. Book Band- Turquoise Ideal for ages 6+