Basics Literary Theory: The Basics, (Hardcover)

from medievalmama

Updates Wilfred Guerin. Divided into 9 chapters --from practical/new criticism, 2 on formalism, political, 2 on post-structuralism, new historicism/cultural materialism, post-colonial, sexuality & culture. Well written, lots of references in the chapters + a large bibliography. For grad students.

from arewenotben

Excellent, clear overview of a wide range of theories.

from smichaelwilson

An exhaustive look at the foundations of literary theory, with detailed examinations of the different forms of literary criticism. I especially enjoyed the sections on poststructuralism, deconstruction, and postmodernism, although they did result in a sharp increase of my TBR list. A must read fo...

from smichaelwilson

An exhaustive look at the foundations of literary theory, with detailed examinations of the different forms of literary criticism. I especially enjoyed the sections on poststructuralism, deconstruction, and postmodernism, although they did result in a sharp increase of my TBR list. A must read fo...