{"product_id":"9781626619265","title":"Why We Read, Why We Write: An Anthology of Short Fiction","description":"\"\u003ci\u003eWhy We Read, Why We Write: An Anthology of Short Fiction\u003c\/i\u003e features works of short fiction, primarily American, that provide a firm foundation in the study of literature, complete with a guide for writing research papers. \u003cp\u003eEach chapter addresses an aspect of writing and highlights reading selections that serve as examples and prompts. Initially, students write on accessible topics such as character and setting. As their writing develops, they move on to explore symbolism, allegory, imagery, and descriptive language.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLater chapters use literature to explore themes and motifs including realism, lost youth, and rites of passage. Students consider satirical writing and how literature may be viewed through different theoretical lenses. The final chapter prepares students to write formal research papers, with information on citing sample works and using secondary sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe short fiction exposes students to the universal human qualities that good literature highlights. Each story instigates a personal response from readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eWhy We Read, Why We Write\u003c\/i\u003e includes author biographies and a comprehensive glossary of literary terms. It is suitable for courses in composition, introductory fiction, and responding to literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKim M. Vanderlaan\u003c\/b\u003e earned her Ph.D. in English at the University of Delaware. Dr. Vanderlaan teaches courses in American literature and composition at California University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Vanderlaan’s professional writing has appeared in the \u003ci\u003eJournal of American Studies\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Explicator\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eAmerican Literary Realism\u003c\/i\u003e. She is also an accomplished poet whose creative work has appeared in \u003ci\u003eWhite Pelican Review\u003c\/i\u003e and the \u003ci\u003eGraham House Review\u003c\/i\u003e. Dr. Vanderlaan is a member of the Modern Language Association and the National Council for Teachers of English.\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cognella Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47037010182384,"sku":"9781626619265","price":134.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781626619265_p0.jpg?v=1763866733","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781626619265","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}