The Harper Handbook to Literature

This hardcover edition of "The Harper Handbook to Literature" shows signs of library use, including stamps from Colorado Springs Public Schools. The cover exhibits some wear, particularly on the edges and corners. There is no dust jacket present. The binding is intact, and the pages are clean, making it suitable for study and reference purposes.

"The Harper Handbook to Literature" by Northrop Frye, Sheridan Baker, and George Perkins is a comprehensive reference work published by Harper & Row, Publishers, Inc. in 1985. This hardcover edition offers an extensive overview of literary terms and concepts, making it an essential resource for students, educators, and literature enthusiasts. The authors, renowned scholars in their fields, provide insightful commentary and analysis, enhancing the reader's understanding of literary studies. Although not a first edition, this particular copy is part of a later printing, as indicated by the number line. This edition is ex-library, with markings from Colorado Springs Public Schools, and does not include a dust jacket. Despite its library origins, the book remains a valuable addition to any literary reference collection.