Introduction to World Literature covers various literary genres such as fiction, poetry and drama from different periods in literary history and different parts of the world. It is written for readers interested in literature and students who desire guidance in world literature. It focuses on the major themes, literary styles, concepts and ideas from literary traditions that evolved from the classical to the postmodern periods. Readers and students will also familiarize themselves with different cultures and beliefs through reading the selected texts incorporated in the book.A reading into world literature is significant for those who intend to study comparative literature. The book also tries to create awareness of the diversity of world literature. Thus, themes, genres, chronology and representativeness have been taken into consideration in organizing the textbook. World literature opens up the cultures and customs of many peoples. Furthermore, the suggested exercises are intended to develop readers' and students' analytical and critical reading skills. In a nutshell, readers and students will also develop communicative and literary competence.