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Literary Criticism

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  • In Art as in Life by Colli, Ilario
    In Art as in Life
    Described as "a major achievement for any writer" and having "the potential to become one of the seminal works of our time", Ilario Colli's bold first work, In Art as in Life ventures into territory few modern culture theorists dare to cover. Learned yet...
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  • I Am Scared; VERY SCARED! by Akinyemi, John Ayoola
    I Am Scared; VERY SCARED!
    "I Am Scarred, VERY Scarred" is a personal story of the emotions I went through as I watched major TV networks about what was going on with the future of this great Nation. I feel a compelling reason, deep in my heart, to express...
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  • How We Write Now: Living with Black Feminist Theory by Nash, Jennifer C.
    How We Write Now: Living with Black Feminist Theory
    In How We Write Now Jennifer C. Nash examines how Black feminists use beautiful writing to allow writers and readers to stay close to the field's central object and preoccupation: loss. She demonstrates how contemporary Black feminist writers and theorists such as Jesmyn Ward,...
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  • Here Is a Figure: Grounding Literary Form by Dowling, Sarah
    Here Is a Figure: Grounding Literary Form
    A study of supine, prone, and recumbent figures in contemporary literature The prostitute, the protester, the murder victim, the invalid, the layabout, the depressive: all are associated with lying down. Skewing and flattening the perpendicular axis that defines the human in Western philosophy, art,...
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  • Great War Modernists: D.H. Lawrence, H.D. and Richard Aldington by Jenkins, Lee M.
    Great War Modernists: D.H. Lawrence, H.D. and Richard Aldington
    Taking 44 Mecklenburgh Square as the focal point and springboard for a critical group study of D.H. Lawrence, H.D. and Richard Aldington, this book offers a fresh perspective on the relationship of modernist biofiction and poetry to the literature of the First World War....
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  • Euripides and the Myth of Perseus: Two Lost Greek Tragedies Illuminated by a New Papyrus by Finglass, Patrick
    Euripides and the Myth of Perseus: Two Lost Greek Tragedies Illuminated by a New Papyrus
    A recently-published second-century papyrus, P.Oxy. 5283, contains prose summaries (hypotheses) of six plays by the Greek dramatist Euripides, including two lost plays depicting the hero Perseus, Dictys and Dana?. This book demonstrates the significance of this discovery for our understanding of Greek tragedy. After...
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  • Enuma Elish: The Babylonian Epic of Creation by Haubold, Johannes
    Enuma Elish: The Babylonian Epic of Creation
    This open access book is the first in a groundbreaking series making Babylonian literature accessible. It presents Enuma Elish in transcription and translation, with an introduction for non-specialist readers and essays from leading scholars in the field.Acting as a companion to the poem, the...
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  • Dysphoric Modernism: Undoing Gender in French Literature by Fournier, Mat
    Dysphoric Modernism: Undoing Gender in French Literature
    During the interwar years in France, modernist literature challenged norms around sex and sexuality through daring portrayals of homosexuality and queerness. The same moment, however, witnessed the crystallization of the Western gender binary and its stark lines of division between male and female. Bringing...
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  • Dysphoric Modernism: Undoing Gender in French Literature by Fournier, Mat
    Dysphoric Modernism: Undoing Gender in French Literature
    During the interwar years in France, modernist literature challenged norms around sex and sexuality through daring portrayals of homosexuality and queerness. The same moment, however, witnessed the crystallization of the Western gender binary and its stark lines of division between male and female. Bringing...
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  • Cicero: de Re Publica by Manuwald, Gesine
    Cicero: de Re Publica
    This new edition of De re publica provides a revised Latin text and a new English translation of all the surviving text of Cicero's famous work on Roman constitutional theory, as well as the testimonia relating to the production and reception of the work....
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  • Christmas Eve at the Moon Under Water by Duffy, Carol Ann
    Christmas Eve at the Moon Under Water
    The enchanting festive poem from Carol Ann Duffy, former Poet Laureate of the United Kingdom, and adorned with sumptuous illustrations by artist Margaux Carpentier, Christmas Eve at The Moon Under Water is the perfect festive gift for the poetry lover in your life. All...
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  • Christ and Satan: A Critical Edition by Finnegan, Robert
    Christ and Satan: A Critical Edition
    Christ and Satan is the title of the last of four poems in the eleventh-century Junius XI manuscript of Anglo-Saxon poetry. This critical edition contains text, glossary, textual and explanatory notes, and an essay surveying former criticisms and setting forth the author's ideas on...
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  • British Writing, Propaganda and Cultural Diplomacy in the Second World War and Beyond by Lopez, Beatriz
    British Writing, Propaganda and Cultural Diplomacy in the Second World War and Beyond
    This book offers the first sustained analysis of the interactions between British writers, propaganda and culture from the Second World War to the Cold War.It traces the involvement of a series of major cultural figures in domestic and international propaganda campaigns and throws new...
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  • A Rotten Crowd: America, Wealth, and One-Hundred Years of the Great Gatsby by Marsh, John
    A Rotten Crowd: America, Wealth, and One-Hundred Years of the Great Gatsby
    A look at how much, and how little, has changed about class in America One century ago, F. Scott Fitzgerald invited us into the lives of the "rotten crowd," Jazz Age Americans with far more money than morals. In "A Rotten Crowd" America, Wealth,...
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  • Another Throat: Twenty-First-Century Black US Persona Poetry and the Archive by Sharp, Ryan
    Another Throat: Twenty-First-Century Black US Persona Poetry and the Archive
    The early twenty-first century has seen a sharp rise in Black US poets employing the mask of persona, often including and interrogating archival materials as they do so. While some have observed this rise and noted its connection to historical figures, Ryan Sharp explores...
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  • Another Throat: Twenty-First-Century Black US Persona Poetry and the Archive by Sharp, Ryan
    Another Throat: Twenty-First-Century Black US Persona Poetry and the Archive
    The early twenty-first century has seen a sharp rise in Black US poets employing the mask of persona, often including and interrogating archival materials as they do so. While some have observed this rise and noted its connection to historical figures, Ryan Sharp explores...
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  • All Things Are Too Small: Essays in Praise of Excess by Rothfeld, Becca
    All Things Are Too Small: Essays in Praise of Excess
    A glorious call to throw off restraint and balance in favor of excess, abandon, and disproportion, in essays ranging from such topics as mindfulness, decluttering, David Cronenberg, and consent.In her debut essay collection, "brilliant and stylish" (The Washington Post) critic Becca Rothfeld takes on...
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  • 104 Funny Christmas Knock Knock Jokes for Kids: Best knock knock jokes Series 3 by Williams, Ryan O.
    104 Funny Christmas Knock Knock Jokes for Kids: Best knock knock jokes Series 3
    Over one hundred and four of hilarious and very funny Thanksgiving Knock Knock jokes + Plus Bonus Knock Knock jokes from books 1-4 104 Funny Knock Knock Jokes 4 kids is suitable for kids of all ages who will enjoy reading and telling their...
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  • What the Thunder Said: How the Waste Land Made Poetry Modern by Rasula, Jed
    What the Thunder Said: How the Waste Land Made Poetry Modern
    A rich cultural history of the creation, explosive impact, and enduring influence of T. S. Eliot's modernist masterpiece When T. S. Eliot published The Waste Land in 1922, it put the thirty-four-year-old author on a path to worldwide fame and the Nobel Prize. "But,"...
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  • Trump, Hitler, and Me by Navarro, Frank
    Trump, Hitler, and Me
    The book explores the complexities and challenges of teaching in contemporary society, particularly in the context of political and social issues. It reflects on the experiences of educators and the impact of their work on students, emphasizing the importance of truth, free speech, and...
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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.

Q. Where can I find the best literary criticism books?

A. You can find the best literary criticism books at online bookstores such as BooksDeli.com. These bookstores offer a wide selection of both classic and contemporary texts on literary criticism, making it easy to access essential readings and expand your knowledge.

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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