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In "Vintage Living Texts", teachers and students will find the essential guide to the works of Roddy Doyle. It is unique in that it offers an in-depth interview with Roddy Doyle, relating specifically to the texts under discussion. This guide deals with Doyle's themes, genre and narrative technique, and a close reading of the texts will provide a rich source of ideas for intelligent and inventive ways of approaching the novels.
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“This new series succeeds admirably in its goal of presenting readers with an intelligent and accessible introduction to key works of contemporary literature. The most attractive feature is the in-depth interview conducted with the author, which gives readers a perspective not found in most literary guides. Recommended.” —Library Journal
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The essential guide to Doyles themes, genre and narrative techniques in The Snapper, Paddy Clarke Ha Ha Ha, The Van, The Commitments, and including an exclusive author interview.
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In Vintage Living Texts, teachers, students and any lover of literature will find the essential guide to the major works of Roddy Doyle. Also included is an exclusive in-depth interview with Roddy Doyle relating specifically to the novels under discussion.
Roddy Doyle's themes, genre and narrative techniques are put under scrutiny and the emphasis is on providing a rich source of ideas for intelligent and inventive ways of approaching the novels. Amongst many other features you'll find inspirational reading plans and contextual material, suggested complementary and comparative reading and an indispensable glossary.
Featuring the texts: Paddy Clarke Ha Ha Ha, The Van and A Star Called Henry.
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