English Literature for Cambridge International AS & A levels Course book, Second Edition

Inspire a lifelong passion for the written word with the Cambridge International AS & A Level Literature in English Coursebook. Fully updated and meticulously aligned with the 9695 syllabus for examination from 2021, this second edition is designed to transform students into sophisticated critics and confident writers.

Using a diverse range of international poetry, prose, and drama, this coursebook provides a structured journey—taking learners from foundational analysis to the advanced independent study required for A Level success.

Key Educational Features

• Three-Part Progressive Learning:

  • Part 1: The Foundations: An accessible introduction to the core elements of poetry, prose, and drama using global literary examples.

  • Part 2: Skill Refinement: Practical focus on honing analytical skills through sample student responses, passage analysis, and "unseen" text tasks.

  • Part 3: Independent Mastery: Advanced guidance on essay techniques, structuring complex arguments, and avoiding common pitfalls in the exam.

• Global Literary Reach: Features a wide variety of international texts, ensuring the content is culturally inclusive and relevant to students worldwide.

• Self-Assessment & Reflection: Includes expanded opportunities for students to evaluate their own progress, fostering the metacognitive skills essential for high-level humanities study.

• Exam-Focused Guidance: Detailed advice on how to approach the specific requirements of the 9695 papers, including passage-based and essay-based questions.

• Support for Teachers: Answers to all coursebook questions are available in the accompanying Teacher’s Resource, allowing for efficient classroom management.

Skills Developed

• Critical Analysis: Moving beyond plot summary to evaluate literary devices and authorial intent.

• Comparative Writing: Learning how to link themes and styles across different texts and genres.

• Structural Precision: Building the ability to draft clear, logical, and persuasive literary essays.

Product Specifications

• Exam Board: Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE)

• Subject: Literature in English (9695)

• Level: AS & A Level

• Edition: 2nd Edition (Updated for 2021 Syllabus)

• Format: Comprehensive Student Coursebook