Literary Theory: A Practical Introduction, 3rd Edition (How to Study Literature) - Softcover

Ryan, Michael

Softcover

ISBN 10: 111906175X ISBN 13: 9781119061755

Verlag: Wiley-Blackwell, 2017

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Literary Theory: A Practical Introduction, Third Edition, presents a comprehensive introduction to the
full range of contemporary approaches to the study of literature and culture, from formalism, structuralism, and historicism to ethnic, gender, and science studies.

Introduces students to a variety of contemporary approaches to the study of literature and culture

Demonstrates how the varying perspectives on texts can lead to different interpretations of the same work

Features numerous updates that include new literary texts, new and expanded sections

Represents the ideal accompaniment to the upcoming Third Edition of Literary
Theory: An Anthology

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Michael Ryan is Professor of Film and Media Arts at Temple University. His books include Marxism and Deconstruction (1982), Camera Politica: The Politics and Ideology of Contemporary American Film (with Douglas Kellner, 1986), Politics and Culture (1989), and Literary Theory: An Anthology (3nd edition, edited with Julie Rivkin).

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With detailed editorial introductions to each thematic section and a comprehensive glossary of key terms foliterary and cultural study, the new edition of Literary Theory: An Anthology will be an invaluable tool for anyone interested in the legacy and trajectory of this dynamic theoretical field. A definitive collection of classic and cutting-edge theoretical texts. The anthology encompasses all major theoretical schools and methods, including classic texts on Formalism, Structuralism, Marxism, Psychoanalysis, Deconstruction, Postcolonialism, and Feminism. The new edition has been thoroughly updated to include influential writing from innovative new thinkers in a range of areas, from disability studies and eco criticism to ethics and animal studies. This comprehensive scope enables students to familiarize themselves with the most recent developments in literary theory as well as the traditions from which these new theories are derived.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Wiley-Blackwell
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2017
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 111906175X
• ISBN 13: 9781119061755
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Auflage: 3
• Anzahl der Seiten: 283
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