Books Analysis Form 3 & 4 Notes – Play, Novel & Poetry
Literature For English Language Form 3-4: Novel, Play & Poetry, ANALYSIS OF ALL READINGS (PLAY, NOVEL & POETRY) – FORM 3 – 4, ANALYSIS OF ALL READINGS based on WRITTEN LITERATURE. WRITTEN LITERATURE: This is the type of literature which represents the human social realities in written form
GENRES OF WRITTEN LITERATURE
A genre is a term used in literature when referring to the style which involves a set of characteristics.
In literature genres is used to mean the categories of written literature which have some set of differing characteristics.
Therefore, the term genre is French in origin, which denotes types or classes of literature.
Written literature has three genres:
A. Novel
B. Play
C. Poetry.
I. NOVELS
A novel is a kind of literary work which is written in prose from. An example of a novel is Unanswered Cries by Osman Conteh
NOVEL AND SHORT STORY
A Novel is a prose fiction with a considerable length taking some fictional or imaginary characters and events. In most cases novels are very long, when they become short are called Novella.
Features of a Novel
– They are long
– They take some illustrations on top of the covering paper
– They are sequential stories.
– They are divided into chapters
– They are told in monologue
– They take many characters
– They take many events
NOVELS ANALYSIS
Unanswered Cries – Osman Conteh
Weep Not, Child – Ngugi wa Thiong’o
The Interview – P. Ngugi
Passed Like a Shadow – B.M Mapalala
A Wreath for Fr Mayor – S.N Ndunguru
Spared – S.N Ndunguru
II. PLAY/DRAMA
A Play is a piece of writing which is designed in the way that it can be acted on stage before the audience.
OR- It is a piece of writing which is intended to be acted in a theatre.
Features of Play
– They are short
– They have some illustrations on top the cover
– They have few Characters
– They take spectacles
– They encompass music
– They have stage direction
– They take few events
– They are told in dialogue
– They divide events into acts and scenes
PLAYS ANALYSIS
Three Suitors: One Husband – O. Mbia
The Lion and the Jewel – W. Soyinka
This Time Tomorrow – Ngugi wa Thiong’o
The Black Hermit – Ngugi wa Thiong’o
III. POETRY
Poetry is a form of literature that uses aesthetic and rhythmic qualities of language to evoke meaning in portraying the human social realities.
On the other hand, Poetry is the type of literature which uses beautiful, creative and imaginary language in portraying human daily social realities.
FEATURES OF GOOD POETRY
i) It is rich in figures of speech.
ii) It evokes emotions.
iii) It is made of verses and stanza.
iv) It is made in rhymes and rhythms.
v) It meant to be sung.
vi) It gives moral lessons
POETRY ANALYSIS
Song of Lawino Lawino and Ocol – O. P’ Bitek
Summons – R. Mabala
Growing Up with Poetry – D. Rubadiri
Selected Poems – Tanzania Institute of Education
IV. SHORT STORIES – CLASS READRERS FORM I & II
Analysis Of Short Stories Form I & II (Hawa The Bus Driver, Mabala The Farmer, Kalulu The Hare)
Literature is an art which uses language carefully to portray a message to society.
The following are a few points that may help make your next reading assignment easier to complete.
Analyzing Short Stories
In form One and now in form Two, you have read short stories such as Mabala the Farmer and Kalulu the Hare.
You must make reading stories a habit especially if your school has a library.
If you do so your vocabulary will improved and you will gain confidence in taking part in class discussions.
Analysis Of Short Stories Form I & II
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Tittle
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What is the meaning of the title? Who is the author?
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Setting
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Does the story happen in one place or many places? Does it last for a short period or does it have several episodes at different times?
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Characters
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Who are they? Do they change their habits? Why are they interesting?
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Plot
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What problem does the main character face? How is the problem solved? Is the story believable?
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Style
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Does the author use hints, repletion, songs, dialogue or other techniques?
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Theme
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How does it relate to the society?
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Impact
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How does the story touch the feelings of the readers?
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Steps for Analyzing a Short Story
Now that you understand the elements of a story, here is a step-by-step process on how to analyze it. In the first-person point of view, the narrator is a character in the story.
i. Gather all the Basic Information
Before you begin analyzing the story, find out what the story is about by gathering all the essential information, such as the following:
- Author
- Title
- Publication date
- Original publication area
ii. Read the Story and Summarize
Take time to read the whole story to get a gist of what is happening. Make sure you pay attention to every word, phrase, and the context of the story. The initial tale allows you to grasp the basic outline of and immerse yourself in the narrative.
iii. Identify the Main Concepts
Take note of the main elements of the story that have helped create the overall narrative. Consider the key events, such as how the author introduces the characters and the setting of the story. The best way to do this is by breaking down the story into individual elements. Begin with the plot.
Analysis Of Short Stories Form I & II (Hawa The Bus Driver, Mabala The Farmer, Kalulu The Hare)
V. LITERATURE IN ENGLISH BOOKS
