HOW TO READ LITERATURE LIKE A PROFESSOR : A LIVELY AND ENTERTAINING GUIDE TO UNDERSTANDING LITERATURE, FROM THE GREAT GATSBY TO THE HATE U GIVE- THIRD EDITION

This updated classic is a fun and insightful guide that helps readers get more out of the books they read. Thomas C. Foster shows how stories often have hidden meanings beneath the surface, using symbols, themes, and patterns that add depth to the plot.

Foster teaches readers to think like a literature professor, explaining how common elements like a journey down a road, sharing a meal, or a sudden rainstorm often represent something more. With clear examples and an easygoing style, he shows how these literary tools can make reading more interesting, meaningful, and enjoyable.

Whether you're a student, a casual reader, or someone who wants to understand literature better, this book helps unlock the deeper layers of storytelling in a fun and approachable way.