I am delighted to enclose a review copy of AS English Literature for AQA/A. This book offers information and guidance to students studying Advanced Subsidiary English Literature, following AQA specification A. It provides students with all the necessary skills to deal with any of the texts that may studied on their course. More specifically this book offers: - a clear match to the new AQA English Literature so that there is no redundant material; - a firm focus on the assessment objective weightings for AQA/A - helping students understand exactly how to achieve maximum marks; (see page 1) - a smooth transition from GCSE to AS, then up to A-Level - with accessible language throughout; - exam and coursework tips - showing students how to get the best grades in the new AQA/A exams. (see page 43)

Table of Contents

Introduction* How this book will help you in your course* The key to success: Understanding the Assessment Objectives* What the Assessment Objectives meanModule 1: The Modern Novel* Understanding your text* Exploring the language of prose* Varieties of prose writing* Structure and structural devicesModule 2: Shakespeare* Approaching Shakespeare for this module* Coursework option* Examination optionModule 3: Texts in Context: Drama and PoetrySection A: Drama* Pre-1900 Drama* Post-1900 DramaSection B: Poetry* Pre-1900 Poetry* Post-1900 PoetryApproaching the ExaminationsGlossary