About the Book

The CISCE has introduced a new compulsory English Literature course, MODERN ENGLISH (891), for Classes XI and XII. Previously, the compulsory English course was ENGLISH (801). Now, students can choose between the two options—English (801) and Modern English (891)—according to their preferences.

This newly introduced MODERN ENGLISH (891) course aims to foster enjoyment and appreciation of literature through a critical study of selected literary works that connect deeply with Indian roots. Compared to the existing ENGLISH (801) syllabus, MODERN ENGLISH (891) is designed to be easier and more accessible, helping students perform better and achieve higher scores in exams.

The Literature Part of the MODERN ENGLISH (891) course comprises the following three components:

1. DRAMA: Pygmalion by George Bernard Shaw

2. PROSE: Perspectives – A Collection of ISC Short Stories

3. POETRY: Reflections – A Collection of ISC Poems

Special Features of REFLECTIONS: A Collection of ISC Poems

• Summary: A concise overview of the poem, capturing essential ideas, emotions, and significant imagery, enabling readers to grasp the overall narrative.

• Themes: Highlights the central ideas or universal messages explored by the poet, such as love, loss, identity, or nature, offering deeper insights into the poem’s meaning.

• Central Idea: Presents the core message or key thought conveyed by the poet, emphasising the primary focus or intent of the poem.

• Critical Analysis: An evaluation of poetic elements, the author’s technique, and overall effectiveness in expressing the theme, mood, or message, fostering critical appreciation.

• Poetic Devices: Identifies poetic techniques such as simile, metaphor, imagery, personification, alliteration, etc., explaining how they enhance the poem’s impact and meaning.

• Word Meanings: Clear and concise definitions of challenging or significant words used in the poem to facilitate understanding and enrich vocabulary.

• Meanings of Phrases: Explains key phrases or expressions used by the poet, providing context and clarifying their symbolic or literal significance.

• Stanza-Wise Explanation: Offers detailed interpretations of each stanza separately, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the progression of ideas and imagery within the poem.

• Exercises: A structured set of questions including Multiple Choice Questions, Very Short Answer Type Questions, Short Answer Type Questions, and Long Answer Type Questions to evaluate comprehension, interpretative abilities, and critical thinking skills.

• AI Buddy: Comprises a QR code per chapter to ask questions, generate topic-wise notes, and take quizzes, turning the textbook into an interactive learning hub.

Constructive feedback and recommendations from readers are welcome to enhance the quality and effectiveness of this book.

— Publishers  GB P Editorial

CSE

Class 12

English

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