Literary Theory: A Very Short Introduction Concise yet thorough, Literary Theory also outlines the ideas behind a number of different schools: deconstruction, semiotics, postcolonial theory, and structuralism, among others.What is literary theory? Is there a relationship b
| TITLE | : | Literary Theory: A Very Short Introduction |
| AUTHOR | : | |
| RATING | : | 4.50 (813 Votes) |
| ASIN | : | 019285383X |
| FORMAT TYPE | : | Paperback |
| NUMBER of PAGES | : | 152 Pages |
| PUBLISH DATE | : | 2000-06-15 |
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What is literary theory? Is there a relationship between literature and culture? In fact, what is literature, and does it matter? These questions and more are addressed in Literary Theory: A Very Short Introduction, a book which steers a clear path through a subject which is often perceived to be complex and impenetrable. Jonathan Culler, an extremely lucid commentator and much admired in the field of literary theory, offers discerning insights into such theories as the nature of language and meaning, and whether literature is a form of self-expression or a method of appeal to an audience. Concise yet thorough, Literary Theory also outlines the ideas behind a number of different schools: deconstruction, semiotics, postcolonial theory, and structuralism, among others. From topics such as literature and social identity to poetry, poetics, and rhetoric, Literary Theory
Editorial : `It is impossible to imagine a clearer treatment of the subject, or one that is, within the given limits of length, more comprehensive. Culler has always been remarkable for his expository skills, and here he has found exactly the right method and tone for his purposes.' Sir Frank Kermode
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