Modern Prose And Poetry; For Secondary Schools by Margaret Ashmun
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"Modern Prose and Poetry; For Secondary Schools" by Margaret Ashmun is a collection of literary selections intended for high school students, compiled and edited in the early 20th century. This work serves as an educational resource, featuring various prose and poetry designed to engage students and enhance their appreciation of modern literature. The contents aim to reflect contemporary themes and styles, appealing to the interests and experiences of young learners. The opening
of the book starts with a preface that emphasizes the importance of enjoyment in reading, advocating for the inclusion of modern authors alongside classic literature in high school curricula. Ashmun argues for a diverse selection of texts that can cater to varying levels of complexity and interest, encouraging active and thoughtful engagement from students. The preface outlines the educational tools provided throughout the book, such as notes and study helps, to facilitate discussion and comprehension, making it clear that this collection is crafted with both the teacher's and student’s needs in mind. Additionally, early selections hint at a blend of literary forms, focusing on accessibility while introducing students to the nuances of modern writing. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Editor | Ashmun, Margaret, 1875-1940 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Modern Prose And Poetry; For Secondary Schools Edited With Notes, Study Helps, And Reading Lists |
| Credits |
Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | American literature |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 17160 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-17160-9 |
| Release Date | Nov 26, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 13, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 965 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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