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Peter Childs
The Essential Guide to English Studies [PDF ebook]

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Focusing on what it means to study English in higher education, this book guides students through key aspects of English Studies including major topics and approaches, subject-specific study skills and assessment, including seminar presentations, assignments, and exams. Peter Childs offers down-to-earth practical guidance on developing the skills needed to succeed and includes coverage of literature, language and creative writing. This is an essential introduction to English Studies for students beginning their studies at university or college and anyone considering taking a degree in English.

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Format PDF ● Pages 168 ● ISBN 9781441107091 ● Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing ● Published 2008 ● Downloadable 6 times ● Currency EUR ● ID 2384939 ● Copy protection Adobe DRM

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