A literary analysis is not a summary of a literary work. Instead, it is an argument about key concepts, characters, or techniques used in the work. It is used to write about the deeper meaning of the text. This is accomplished by analyzing the different parts of a text such as the language, viewpoint, structure of the text, and explain how the author uses literary devices or elements to create effects and convey ideas. The idea of a Literary analysis is to tell your readers about your interpretation or meaning of the text or literary work. It can be applied to many forms of literary works such as novels, short stories, plays, poems, or any other form of literary writing

A detailed PDF supplying information and insight on the process of writing a literary analysis paper in a step-by-step fashion.

Analyzing Literature (& Film) & Annotating Texts

Writing About Literature: Introduction (Purdue University Online Writing Lab (OWL))
Discussion about the issues to consider when writing an essay about literature.

Creating Literary Analysis

Literary Form and Analysis

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