Ch 12: The Works of John Irving
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The Works of John Irving Chapter Summary
Discover the works of John Irving using this collection of easy-to-follow lessons. You'll examine novels like A Prayer for Owen Meany and The Cider House Rules, including their:
- Plot
- Quotes
- Genre
- Themes
- Allusions
- Foreshadowing
Our professional instructors bring literature to life through these short, engaging lessons. Don't forget to check out our other literature-related courses, a list of which you can find below.
How to Use this Chapter
These lessons are a fantastic tool for anyone studying for an upcoming exam, writing a term paper, or looking to simply expand their literary knowledge. Use them to get an overview of John Irving's oeuvre or to dig deeper into a specific text that you're interested in. You can view the lessons in any order and track your progress as you learn thanks to the short self-assessment quizzes provided.
The lessons can also be used to supplement our existing full-length courses. Check out our other literature courses, including:
- English 101: English Literature
- English 102: American Literature
- English 103: Analyzing and Interpreting Literature
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- English 310: Short Stories
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- The Works of Ken Follett
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