Introduction to Literary Analysis: Reading Prose and Poetry

Do you want to move beyond simply reading stories and start truly understanding the deeper meanings behind the words? Literature holds layers of meaning, emotion, and cultural context waiting to be uncovered.\n\nThis text-based course guides you through the essential tools of literary analysis, helping you read prose and poetry with a critical eye and express your insights clearly.\n\nWhat you'll learn:\n- Understand foundational literary terms, genres, and narrative structures.\n- Analyze prose by examining character development, setting, and point of view.\n- Decode poetry by identifying rhythm, meter, imagery, and figurative language.\n- Identify central themes, symbols, and motifs in diverse written works.\n- Apply modern reading frameworks to connect historical contexts with contemporary themes.\n- Write clear, structured reflections on your literary interpretations.\n\nYou will start with the core vocabulary of literature before moving on to step-by-step breakdowns of selected prose passages and poetic verses, practicing your analysis through written exercises. This course is designed for absolute beginners, students looking to strengthen their reading comprehension, or anyone who wants to appreciate literature on a deeper level. No prior background in literary theory is required.\n\nBegin your journey into the world of literature and discover the power of critical reading today.