A series of three PDF documents providing definitions of commonly used terms when preparing to write a literary analysis, explaining how to comment on a literary text, and demonstrating the process of analyzing the literary text "Hills Like White Elephants" by Ernest Hemingway. Following the documents, a video provides an example of a literary analysis completed with Robert Frost's poem "The Road Not Taken." [5:09] W.11-12.9a Amer Lit 18th,19th, 20th cen/Analy

Writing a great English paper can be tough because literature doesn't always reveal its deeper meanings immediately. Amy E. Harter offers a few tips on how to read and write more critically and thoughtfully. [4:12]

Never underestimate the power of an intriguing start. When analyzing the literary greats like Charles Dickens and Kurt Vonnegut, be inspired by their craft and learn how to write a tantalizing introduction and strong thesis. Free registration is required for full access to the lesson.

This site offers an essay written on The Lord of The Flies. A good example of a literary analysis essay including the use of embedded quotations. W.11-12.9a Amer Lit 18th,19th, 20th cen/Analy

Contains plans for two or three lessons that teach about setting using picture books as models. In addition to objectives and standards, this instructional plan contains links to sites used in the lessons as well as assessment and reflection activities.

Lots of great guidelines and rules for writing a literary analysis essay. Areas covered include organization, content, style, and documentation.