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  • The Bloomsbury Handbook to Agatha Christie by Evans, Mary Anna
    The Bloomsbury Handbook to Agatha Christie
    The first specifically academic companion to contemporary scholarship on the work of Agatha Christie, this book includes chapters by an international group of scholars writing on topics and fields of study as various as ecocriticism and the anthropocene, popular modernism, middlebrow fiction, queer theory,...
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  • Agon: Towards a Theory of Revisionism by Bloom, Harold
    Agon: Towards a Theory of Revisionism
    Author: Harold BloomPublisher: Oxford University Press, USAPublished: 09/08/1983Pages: 352Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 0.65lbsSize: 8.05h x 5.33w x 0.75dISBN: 9780195033540This title is not returnable
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  • The Federal Theatre Project, 1935-1939: Engagement and Experimentation by Karoula, Rania
    The Federal Theatre Project, 1935-1939: Engagement and Experimentation
    Investigates the explosive phenomenon of the Federal Theatre Project (FTP) from a transatlantic perspective Offers the first comparative study of the history, performances and politics of the FTP in a book form Contributes significantly to the study of Hallie Flanagan as the bridge between...
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  • The Natural History of the Gent by Smith, Albert
    The Natural History of the Gent
    The Natural History of the Gent, 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...
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  • Nature and Art by Inchbald
    Nature and Art
    Nature and Art, 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...
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  • Nature Myths and Stories for Little Children by J. Cooke, Flora
    Nature Myths and Stories for Little Children
    Nature Myths and Stories for Little Children, 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....
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  • Der Freigeist by Ephraim Lessing, Gotthold
    Der Freigeist
    Der Freigeist, wurde in der gesamten Menschheitsgeschichte als ein wichtiges Buch angesehen. Damit dieses Werk niemals in Vergessenheit gerät, haben wir uns bemüht, es zu bewahren, indem wir dieses Buch in einem modernen Format für gegenwärtige und zukünftige Generationen neu herausgeben. Das gesamte Buch...
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  • Abhandlungen über die Fabel by Ephraim Lessing, Gotthold
    Abhandlungen über die Fabel
    Abhandlungen über die Fabel, wurde in der gesamten Menschheitsgeschichte als ein wichtiges Buch angesehen. Damit dieses Werk niemals in Vergessenheit gerät, haben wir uns bemüht, es zu bewahren, indem wir dieses Buch in einem modernen Format für gegenwärtige und zukünftige Generationen neu herausgeben. Das...
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  • Alaeddin und die Wunderlampe; aus Tausend und eine Nacht by Moreck, Curt
    Alaeddin und die Wunderlampe; aus Tausend und eine Nacht
    Alaeddin und die Wunderlampe; aus Tausend und eine Nacht, wurde in der gesamten Menschheitsgeschichte als ein wichtiges Buch angesehen. Damit dieses Werk niemals in Vergessenheit gerät, haben wir uns bemüht, es zu bewahren, indem wir dieses Buch in einem modernen Format für gegenwärtige und...
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  • Wolkenüberflaggt: Gedichte by Wilhelm Lotz, Ernst
    Wolkenüberflaggt: Gedichte
    Wolkenüberflaggt: Gedichte, wurde in der gesamten Menschheitsgeschichte als ein wichtiges Buch angesehen. Damit dieses Werk niemals in Vergessenheit gerät, haben wir uns bemüht, es zu bewahren, indem wir dieses Buch in einem modernen Format für gegenwärtige und zukünftige Generationen neu herausgeben. Das gesamte Buch...
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  • A Man and His Money by Stewart Isham, Frederic
    A Man and His Money
    A Man and His Money, 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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  • La Légende des Siècles by Hugo, Victor
    La Légende des Siècles
    La Légende des Siècles, 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...
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  • Leave it to Psmith by G. Wodehouse, P.
    Leave it to Psmith
    Leave it to Psmith, 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...
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  • The Laughter of Peterkin: A retelling of old tales of the Celtic Wonderworld by MacLeod, Fiona
    The Laughter of Peterkin: A retelling of old tales of the Celtic Wonderworld
    The Laughter of Peterkin: A retelling of old tales of the Celtic Wonderworld, 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...
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  • The Oxford Handbook of Emily Dickinson by Miller, Cristanne
    The Oxford Handbook of Emily Dickinson
    The Oxford Handbook of Emily Dickinson is designed to engage, inform, interest, and delight students and scholars of Emily Dickinson, of nineteenth-century US literature and cultural studies, of American poetry, and of the lyric. It also establishes potential agendas for future work in thefield...
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  • Arthurian Literature XXXVII: Malory at 550: Old and New by Leitch, Megan G.
    Arthurian Literature XXXVII: Malory at 550: Old and New
    New and fresh assessments of Malory's Morte Darthur. The essays here are devoted to that seminal Arthurian work, Sir Thomas Malory's Le Morte Darthur. Developments of papers first given at the 'Malory at 550: Old and New' conference, they emphasise here the second part...
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  • Theorie des Revolutionsdramas by Friedrich, Lars
    Theorie des Revolutionsdramas
    The series Studien zur deutschen Literatur (Studies in German Literature) presents outstanding analyses of German-speaking literature from the early modern period to the present day. It particularly embraces comparative, cultural and historical-epistemological questions and serves as a tradition-steeped forum for innovative literary research. All...
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  • Recording Russia: Trying to Listen in the Nineteenth Century by Safran, Gabriella
    Recording Russia: Trying to Listen in the Nineteenth Century
    Recording Russia examines scenes of listening to "the people" across a variety of texts by Russian writers and European travelers to Russia. Gabriella Safran challenges readings of these works that essentialize Russia as a singular place where communication between the classes is consistently fraught,...
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  • Shakespeare's Sceptered Isle: Finding English National Identity in the Plays by Carroll, Brian
    Shakespeare's Sceptered Isle: Finding English National Identity in the Plays
    This work searches Shakespeare's history and Roman plays to find the raw materials of English national consciousness and identity. The messages of Shakespeare's history plays are not principally the plots or facts of the dramas but the attitudes and imaginings they elicited in audiences....
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  • Shakespeare / Sense: Contemporary Readings in Sensory Culture by Smith, Simon
    Shakespeare / Sense: Contemporary Readings in Sensory Culture
    Shakespeare Sense explores the intersection of Shakespeare and sensory studies, asking what sensation can tell us about early modern drama and poetry, and, conversely, how Shakespeare explores the senses in his literary craft, his fictional worlds, and his stagecraft. 15 substantial new essays by...
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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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