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Literary Criticism

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  • The Library of Greek Mythology by Apollodorus
    The Library of Greek Mythology
    The only work of its kind to survive from classical antiquity, the Library of Apollodorus is a unique guide to Greek mythology, from the origins of the universe to the Trojan War. Apollodorus' Library has been used as a source book by classicists from...
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  • The Importance of Being Earnest and Other Plays by Wilde, Oscar
    The Importance of Being Earnest and Other Plays
    A universal favorite, The Importance of Being Earnest displays Oscar Wilde's wit and theatrical genius at their brilliant best. Subtitled "A Trivial Comedy for Serious People," this hilarious attack on Victorian manners and morals turns a pompous world on its head, lets duplicity lead...
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  • The House of the Dead by Dostoyevsky, Fyodor
    The House of the Dead
    Fyodor Dostoyevsky's harrowing, semi-autobiographical novel about the internal transformation of a man serving ten years in a remote Siberian prison "In order to understand the significance of the style and structure of the book, it is necessary to bear in mind that it was...
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  • The Great Derangement: Climate Change and the Unthinkable by Ghosh, Amitav
    The Great Derangement: Climate Change and the Unthinkable
    Are we deranged? The acclaimed Indian novelist Amitav Ghosh argues that future generations may well think so. How else to explain our imaginative failure in the face of global warming? In his first major book of nonfiction since In an Antique Land, Ghosh examines...
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  • The Descent of Alette by Notley, Alice
    The Descent of Alette
    The Decent Of Alette is a rich odyssey of transformation in the tradition of The Inferno. Alice Notley presents a feminist epic: a bold journey into the deeper realms. Alette, the narrator, finds herself underground, deep beneath the city, where spirits and people ride...
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  • The Bookseller at the End of the World by Shaw, Ruth
    The Bookseller at the End of the World
    A rich, immersive, funny and heartbreaking memoir of the charming bookseller who runs two tiny bookshops in the remote village of Manapouri in Fiordland, in the deep south of New Zealand. "An extraordinary story." --Shaun Bythell, The Diary of a Bookseller Ruth Shaw weaves...
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  • Snape: The Definitive Analysis of Hogwarts's Mysterious Potions Master by Kim, Lorrie
    Snape: The Definitive Analysis of Hogwarts's Mysterious Potions Master
    This fully revised and expanded edition of Lorrie Kim's classic work digs deep into the life and legend of Severus Snape, fan-favorite of the Harry Potter seriesWhile the Harry Potter series may follow the journey of the Boy Who Lived, if you want to...
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  • Real Toads, Imaginary Gardens: On Reading and Writing Poetry Forensically by Rekdal, Paisley
    Real Toads, Imaginary Gardens: On Reading and Writing Poetry Forensically
    What makes reading a poem unlike reading anything else? In Real Toads, Imaginary Gardens, acclaimed poet and teacher Paisley Rekdal demonstrates how to observe the building blocks of a poem--including its diction, form, imagery, and rhythm--and construct an interpretation of its meaning. Using guided...
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  • Postmodernism by Butler, Christopher
    Postmodernism
    Postmodernism has become the buzzword of contemporary society over the last decade. But how can it be defined? In this highly readable introduction the mysteries of this most elusive of concepts are unraveled, casting a critical light upon the way we live now, from...
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  • Poetics of Relation by Glissant, Edouard
    Poetics of Relation
    Édouard Glissant, long recognized in the French and francophone world as one of the greatest writers and thinkers of our times, is increasingly attracting attention from English-speaking readers. Born in Martinique in 1928, Glissant earned a doctorate from the Sorbonne. When he returned to...
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  • Manga in Theory and Practice by Araki, Hirohiko
    Manga in Theory and Practice
    Learn how to create manga from Hirohiko Araki--creator of Jojo's Bizarre Adventure and a master of the medium! Hirohiko Araki is the author of one of the longest-running and most beloved manga of all time, the epic fan favorite JoJo's Bizarre Adventure. According to...
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  • James Baldwin: The Life Album by Zaborowska, Magdalena J.
    James Baldwin: The Life Album
    An intimate portrait of James Baldwin, offering a new understanding of his life and works as seen through his close relationships and private life "Baldwin authority Zaborowska's gracefully impassioned biography. . . . A creatively conceived appreciation for a decorated life and its far-flung...
    $42.88 AUD
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  • In the Presence of Absence by Darwish, Mahmoud
    In the Presence of Absence
    Winner of the 2012 National Translation Award "What Sinan [Antoon] has done with In the Presence of Absence is a kind of miraculous work of dedication and love. Reading this volume is sheer enjoyment and sublimity." --Saadi Yousef "There are two maps of Palestine...
    $29.09 AUD
    $29.09 AUD
  • Great Dialogues of Plato by Plato
    Great Dialogues of Plato
    "Plato is philosophy, and philosophy, Plato."--Emerson The Republic and other great dialogues by the immortal Greek philosopher Plato are masterpieces that form part of the most important single body of writing in the history of philosophy. Beauty, love, immortality, knowledge, and justice are discussed...
    $12.17 AUD
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  • Emma by Austen, Jane
    Emma
    'I wonder what will become of her!' So speculate the friends and neighbours of Emma Woodhouse, the lovely, lively, wilful, and fallible heroine of Jane Austen's fourth published novel. Confident that she knows best, Emma schemes to find a suitable husband for her pliant...
    $10.64 AUD
    $10.64 AUD
  • Electric Spark: The Enigma of Dame Muriel by Wilson, Frances
    Electric Spark: The Enigma of Dame Muriel
    Long-listed for the Baillie Gifford Prize for Non-Fiction The award-winning biographer Frances Wilson presents an exhilarating new look at Muriel Spark, a consummate artist of the twentieth century. "Is the story fact? Is it fiction? It is what it is," said Muriel Spark. Muriel...
    $53.60 AUD
    $53.60 AUD
  • Dialogues and Essays by Seneca
    Dialogues and Essays
    Alain de Botton's bestselling The Consolations of Philosophy--later made into a six-part TV series--has helped popularize ancient philosophy and especially the work of Seneca. This superb volume offers the finest translation of Seneca's dialogues and essays in print, capturing the full range of his...
    $29.02 AUD
    $29.02 AUD
  • Dark Archives: A Librarian's Investigation Into the Science and History of Books Bound in Human Skin by Rosenbloom, Megan
    Dark Archives: A Librarian's Investigation Into the Science and History of Books Bound in Human Skin
    On bookshelves around the world, surrounded by ordinary books bound in paper and leather, rest other volumes of a distinctly strange and grisly sort: those bound in human skin. Would you know one if you held it in your hand? In Dark Archives, Megan...
    $29.09 AUD
    $29.09 AUD
  • Dangerous Learning: The South's Long War on Black Literacy by Black, Derek W.
    Dangerous Learning: The South's Long War on Black Literacy
    The enduring legacy of the nineteenth-century struggle for Black literacy in the American South Few have ever valued literacy as much as the enslaved Black people of the American South. For them, it was more than a means to a better life; it was...
    $53.60 AUD
    $53.60 AUD
  • Craft in the Real World: Rethinking Fiction Writing and Workshopping by Salesses, Matthew
    Craft in the Real World: Rethinking Fiction Writing and Workshopping
    An NPR Best Book of the Year This national bestseller is "a significant contribution to discussions of the art of fiction and a necessary challenge to received views about whose stories are told, how they are told and for whom they are intended" (Laila...
    $25.96 AUD
    $25.96 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.

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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