The January term is under way, and CanLit Guides has resources to help you navigate your lit courses this semester.
Close reading is an important skill skill for academic reading, and we have chapters that will guide you through the process:
- Close Reading Prose: Introduces genres of prose and offers strategies for close analysis
- Close Reading Poetry: Guides students through approaches to poetry; includes an example of line-by-line close reading
- Close Reading Journal Articles: A primer on scholarly articles, writing critical summaries, and annotated bibliographies
And make sure to explore our site for even more great resources on Canadian fiction, drama, and poetry.
Happy reading, and have a great semester!
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