The Literary Theory Toolkit
A Compendium of Concepts and Methods
1. Auflage April 2011
308 Seiten, Hardcover
Wiley & Sons Ltd
Kurzbeschreibung
Without a proper grasp of its relevant theories, approaches, and technical language, an effective analysis and interpretation of literature can be a daunting task. The Literary Theory Toolkit offers readers a rich compendium of key terms, concepts, and arguments necessary for the study of literature in a critical-theoretical context. Author Herman Rapaport provides a lucid overview of the field of literary study and presents readers with the intellectual tools necessary to construct an effective foundation for literary analysis and a richer appreciation of world literature.
The Literary Theory Toolkit offers readers a rich compendium of key terms, concepts, and arguments necessary for the study of literature in a critical-theoretical context.
* Includes varied examples drawn from readily available literary texts spanning all periods and genres
* Features a chapter on performance, something not usually covered in similar texts
* Covers differing theories of the public sphere, ideology, power, and the social relations necessary for the understanding of approaches to literature
Acknowledgments
1 Introductory Tools for Literary Analysis
2 Tools for Reading Narrative
3 Tools for Reading Poetry
4 Tools for Reading Performance
5 Tools for Reading Texts as Systems
6 Tools for Social Analysis
Index
"The methods are nicely illustrated in a diverse selection of example texts." (Book New, 1 August 2011)