The Broadview Anthology of British Literature: Concise Edition, Volume A – Fourth Edition

Guided by the latest scholarship, The Broadview Anthology of British Literature is acclaimed for its inclusiveness and its deep attention to literature’s historical and cultural contexts. The Broadview is structured to meet the needs of today’s students, with an unparalleled selection of illustrations and contextual materials, accessible and engaging introductions, and full explanatory annotations. The Broadview Anthology of British Literature, Concise Edition, Volumes A and B offers breadth and depth of coverage for survey courses, providing a thoughtful balance of well-established canonical authors and a diverse array of lesser-known works. It is a more comprehensive alternative to the Compact Edition, Volumes A and B, which covers the same periods but is half the length. All Broadview Anthology of British Literature volumes include a substantial website component, greatly expanding the range of texts that are available to teach. Many longer works are also available from the publisher in separate volumes that may at the instructor’s request be bundled together with this anthology. Learn more about The Broadview Anthology of British Literature on this page. Comments “As someone who has taught with the BABL Concise Edition, Volume A, since it first came out in 2007, I am very pleased to see that it remains (in my view) the best available choice for teaching one and two semester survey courses in early British literature. ... The 4th edition updates are thoughtful and timely, and have me considering a refresh of my survey course.” — Michael McClintock, Bridgewater State University “Featuring first-rate historical and cultural introductions, … this edition will serve both students and instructors extremely well.” — Randy Schiff, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York “This volume continues Broadview’s excellent work in the field and stands as a testament to the necessity of well-developed textbooks for advanced literary study.” — J H Taylor, Metropolitan State University of Denver “The Broadview Anthology of British Literature, Concise Edition, Volume A, is a strong confluence of history and literature—perfect for understanding the cultural forces that shape writing. Readers also have access to topics not usually seen in general anthologies, such as ‘Nature and the Environment,’ contemporary illustrations, as well as audio selections. Everyone should hear Beowulf read in Old English.” — Dr. Nancee Reeves, University of Georgia