Explication de Texte is a French method used to analyze literature. It focuses on the text itself rather than personal opinions, much like close reading in English literature. This method examines details such as structure, writing style, and imagery in a work. Gustave Lanson supported this approach. It is mainly used as a teaching tool, similar to a detailed summary of a book. A basic way to write an Explication de Texte follows this format:
