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Literary Criticism

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  • Odysseus: A Verse Tragedy by Kazantzakis, Nikos
    Odysseus: A Verse Tragedy
    Odysseus: A Verse Tragedy, by Nikos Kazantzakis, Nobel Prize nominee and author of Zorba the Greek and The Last Temptation of Christ, is a dramatic, modern retelling of story of the return of the Ancient Greek warrior-king. It is a prequel to Nikos Kazantzakis's...
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  • Before Photography by No Contributor
    Before Photography
    Recent years have seen a wealth of new scholarship on the history of photography, cinema, digital media, and video games, yet less attention has been devoted to earlier forms of visual culture. The nineteenth century witnessed a dramatic proliferation of new technologies, devices, and...
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  • Classical Scholarship and Its History by No Contributor
    Classical Scholarship and Its History
    It is unusual for a single scholar practically to reorient an entire sub-field of study, but this is what Chris Stray has done for the history of UK classical scholarship. His remarkable combination of interests in the sociology of scholars and scholarship, in the...
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  • L'esthétique populiste by Kern, Matthias
    L'esthétique populiste
    Le roman populiste, mouvement littéraire de l'entre-deux-guerres, est souvent considéré comme un phénomène éphémère de l'histoire littéraire. Si l'on relit les romans du groupe formé autour du romancier Léon Lemonnier dans leur contexte historique, il apparaît toutefois que ce courant résume parfaitement l'imaginaire et...
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  • Identities, Ethnicities and Gender in Antiquity by No Contributor
    Identities, Ethnicities and Gender in Antiquity
    The question of 'identity' arises for any individual or ethnic group when they come into contact with a stranger or another people. Such contact results in the self-conscious identification of ways of life, customs, traditions, and other forms of society as one's own specific...
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  • Giovenale, >Satira by Bellandi, Franco
    Giovenale, >Satira
    Juvenal's Satire 9, though often considered among its author's most successful, has not infrequently been censored or condemned for its 'obscene' subject matter. The present work constitutes the first extensive and independent commentary devoted to this composition. The author studies the degradation of the...
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  • Gender Bonds, Gender Binds by No Contributor
    Gender Bonds, Gender Binds
    While Gender Studies has made its mark on literary studies, much scholarship on the German Middle Ages is largely inaccessible to the Anglo-American audience. With gender at its core as a category of analysis, "Gender Bonds, Gender Binds"uniquely opens up medieval German material to...
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  • Mushaira: Riwayat, Saqafat aur Tijarat: Riwayat, by Najmi, Ashar
    Mushaira: Riwayat, Saqafat aur Tijarat: Riwayat,
    Mushaira is a poetic symposium. It is an event where poets gather to perform their poetries. A mushaira is part of the Culture of North India, Pakistan and all over world, But there has been no serious discussion on 'Mushaira' so far. Thousands of...
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  • Ye Lauh-e-Mazaar to Meri Hai (Memoir) by Najmi, Ashar
    Ye Lauh-e-Mazaar to Meri Hai (Memoir)
    Ashar Najmi had been very close to Shamsur Rahman Faruqi. Faruqi had played a pivotal role in success of Najmi's Esbaat, an Urdu literary quarterly launched from Mumbai in 2008. Faruqi not only guided but also morally supported Najmi in this venture, which seemed...
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  • 125 entries of loving you by Ible, Ashley
    125 entries of loving you
    The new edition of 125 entries of loving you contains the stages of grief, loneliness, power and independence one may have within their lives, due to the trouble of love. It contains my journey through heartbreak and self-love through the breakup that corrupted me...
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  • Demystifying Bilingualism: How Metaphor Guides Research Towards Mythification by Jansen, Silke
    Demystifying Bilingualism: How Metaphor Guides Research Towards Mythification
    This book analyses changing views on bilingualism in Cognitive Psychology and explores their socio-cultural embeddedness. It offers a new, innovative perspective on the debate on possible cognitive (dis)advantages in bilinguals, arguing that it is biased by popular "language myths", which often manifest themselves in...
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  • Favorite Poems by Longfellow, Henry Wadsworth
    Favorite Poems
    This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States,...
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  • Dead Reckonings No. 32 (Fall 2022) by Houstoun, Alex
    Dead Reckonings No. 32 (Fall 2022)
    Table of ContentsCan You Dig It? ........... Daniel PietersenAmara Thornton and Katy Soar, ed., Strange Relics: Stories of Archeology and the Supernatural, 1895-1954. A Newly Arrived Triumph ........... Géza A. G. ReillyAttila Verse, translated by Luca Karafiáth. The Black Maybe: Liminal Tales. June Ruins...
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  • Layamon's Brut by Layamon
    Layamon's Brut
    Layamon's Brut, has been considered an important book throughout the human history. So that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. The whole book has been...
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  • The Laughter of Slim Malone by Brand, Max
    The Laughter of Slim Malone
    The Laughter of Slim Malone, has been considered an important book throughout the human history. So that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. The whole...
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  • Talking to Strangers: Selected Essays, Prefaces, and Other Writings, 1967-2017 by Auster, Paul
    Talking to Strangers: Selected Essays, Prefaces, and Other Writings, 1967-2017
    Talking to Strangers is a freshly curated collection of prose, spanning fifty years of work and including famous as well as never-before-published early writings, from 2018 Man Booker Prize-finalist Paul Auster. Beginning with a short philosophical meditation written when he was twenty and concluding...
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    $52.85 AUD
  • The Wisdom of the Shire: A Short Guide to a Long and Happy Life by Smith, Noble
    The Wisdom of the Shire: A Short Guide to a Long and Happy Life
    In The Wisdom of the Shire, Noble Smith sheds a light on the life-changing ideas tucked away inside the classic works of J.R.R. Tolkien and his most beloved creation--the stouthearted Hobbits. The Wisdom of the Shire draws important lessons from The Lord of the...
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  • Write That Eulogy by Robinson, Veronika Sophia
    Write That Eulogy
    Write That Eulogy offers an antidote to the tired traditional telling of eulogies. This book is for anyone who is considering writing their life story, or someone else's, so it is told faithfully and with creative flair at their funeral. Whether you're an experienced...
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  • The New Land by Ehrlich Levinger, Elma
    The New Land
    The New Land has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format for both current and future...
    $44.38 AUD
    $44.38 AUD
  • The Newcomes: Memoirs of a Most Respectable Family by Makepeace Thackeray, William
    The Newcomes: Memoirs of a Most Respectable Family
    The Newcomes: Memoirs of a Most Respectable Family has been regarded as significant work throughout human history, and in order to ensure that this work is never lost, we have taken steps to ensure its preservation by republishing this book in a contemporary format...
    $97.38 AUD
    $97.38 AUD

Literary criticism books are essential resources for anyone interested in analyzing and understanding literature on a deeper level. These books offer insights into various literary theories, critique methods, and analytical approaches that help readers and scholars interpret and evaluate literary works.

Literary criticism books delve into the analysis of literature, exploring how different aspects such as themes, characters, and narratives contribute to a text's meaning and impact. They provide valuable frameworks and perspectives that enhance the reader's ability to engage critically with literary texts.

Criticism literature includes works that assess and interpret the value and significance of various literary genres, styles, and authors. Books such as "The Western Canon" by Harold Bloom and "How to Read Literature Like a Professor" by Thomas C. Foster are highly regarded for their comprehensive exploration of literary traditions and techniques.

Literary criticism theory encompasses a range of approaches to understanding literature. These theories include formalism, structuralism, post-structuralism, feminism, and post-colonialism, among others. Books like "Literary Theory: An Introduction" by Terry Eagleton and "The Theory of the Novel" by Georg Lukács offer foundational knowledge in these critical perspectives, providing readers with tools to analyze texts through various lenses.

For those seeking the best books to read on literary criticism, it’s helpful to explore both classic and contemporary texts. Works like "Critical Theory Today: A User-Friendly Guide" by Lois Tyson and "The Elements of Literary Style" by William K. Wimsatt and Monroe C. Beardsley offer practical advice and theoretical insights for readers and students.

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Q. What are literary criticism books used for?

A. Literary criticism books are used to analyze, interpret, and evaluate literature. They offer various theoretical frameworks and methods to understand and critique literary works, helping readers and scholars explore themes, characters, and narrative techniques in depth.

Q. Can you recommend some foundational books on literary criticism theory?

A. Yes, some foundational books on literary criticism theory include "Literary Theory: An Introduction" by Terry Eagleton, which provides an overview of various critical approaches, and "The Theory of the Novel" by Georg Lukács, which explores the evolution and form of the novel.

Q. What is criticism literature, and why is it important?

A. Criticism literature refers to works that analyze and assess the value and significance of literary texts. It is important because it helps readers and scholars gain a deeper understanding of literature, its context, and its impact, enhancing appreciation and critical engagement with texts.

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Q. How do I choose the right literary criticism book for my needs?

A. To choose the right literary criticism book, consider your interests and the type of literature you are studying. Look for books that cover the specific theories or approaches you want to explore. Reviews, recommendations, and best-seller lists can also guide you in selecting books that are well-regarded and relevant to your needs.

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