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  • The Weird Tales Story: Expanded and Enhanced by McLain, Bob
    The Weird Tales Story: Expanded and Enhanced
    The Weirdest Story Ever ToldIn this definitive history and analysis of Weird Tales magazine, Robert Weinberg's original narrative is expanded and enhanced with contributions from a who's who of pulp scholars, including S.T. Joshi, Darrell Schweitzer, Mike Ashley, Rob Roehm, Bobby Derie, Jason Ray...
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  • Empire's Nursery: Children's Literature and the Origins of the American Century by Rouleau, Brian
    Empire's Nursery: Children's Literature and the Origins of the American Century
    How children and children's literature helped build America's empire America's empire was not made by adults alone. During the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, young people became essential to its creation. Through children's literature, authors instilled the idea of America's power and the importance of...
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  • The Science of Life and Death in Frankenstein by Ruston, Sharon
    The Science of Life and Death in Frankenstein
    The first book to compile the historical scientific and medical thought that influenced Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. What is life? This was a question of particular concern for Mary Shelley. But how did Shelley and her fellow Romantic writers incorporate this debate into their work,...
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  • Lucretius III: A History of Motion by Nail, Thomas
    Lucretius III: A History of Motion
    For Lucretius, history means something surprisingly different than we ordinarily think. Instead of thinking of history in terms of time, he thought of it in terms of motion. This book unpacks the implications of this unique kinetic philosophy of history. In the final volume...
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  • George Herbert: 100 Poems by Herbert, George
    George Herbert: 100 Poems
    George Herbert (1593-1633) is widely regarded as the greatest devotional poet in the English language. His profound influence can be seen in the lasting popularity of his verse. This selection of one hundred lyric poems by Herbert is designed for readers to enjoy the...
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  • Value in Art: Manet and the Slave Trade by Sayre, Henry M.
    Value in Art: Manet and the Slave Trade
    Art historian Henry M. Sayre traces the origins of the term "value" in art criticism, revealing the politics that define Manet's art. How did art critics come to speak of light and dark as, respectively, "high in value" and "low in value"? Henry M....
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  • Touches of Sweet Harmony: Pythagorean Cosmology and Renaissance Poetics by Heninger, S. K.
    Touches of Sweet Harmony: Pythagorean Cosmology and Renaissance Poetics
    The notion of a harmonious universe was taught by Pythagoras as early as the sixth century BC, and remained a basic premise in Western philosophy, science, and art almost to our own day. In Touches of Sweet Harmony, S. K. Heninger first recounts the...
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  • Biopolitical Futures in Twenty-First-Century Speculative Fiction by Vint, Sherryl
    Biopolitical Futures in Twenty-First-Century Speculative Fiction
    Drawing on a rich array of twenty-first-century speculative fiction, this book demonstrates how the commodification of life through biotechnology has far-reaching implications for how we think of personhood, agency, and value. Sherryl Vint argues that neoliberalism is reinventing life under biocapital. She offers new...
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  • Occasional Views, Volume 2: The Gamble and Other Essays by Delany, Samuel R.
    Occasional Views, Volume 2: The Gamble and Other Essays
    More essays and interviews from one of literature's iconic voicesSamuel R. Delany is an acclaimed writer of literary theory, queer literature, and fiction. His works have fundamentally altered the terrain of science fiction (SF) through their formally consummate and materially grounded explorations of difference....
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  • Swedish Gothic: Landscapes of Untamed Nature by Leffler, Yvonne
    Swedish Gothic: Landscapes of Untamed Nature
    The book explores the Gothic tradition in Swedish literature - including Swedish-language literature by Finland-Swedish writers. It aims to give an overview of the development of Swedish Gothic from the Romantic age until today, and to highlight the characteristic features of the Swedish tradition...
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  • The Consolation of Philosophy (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket) by Boethius
    The Consolation of Philosophy (Royal Collector's Edition) (Case Laminate Hardcover with Jacket)
    The Consolation of Philosophy was written in 523 AD during a one-year imprisonment Boethius served while awaiting trial-and eventual execution-for the alleged crime of treason under King Theodoric the Great. Boethius held the prestigious office of magister officiorum in Rome, but was brought down...
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  • Arab and Muslim Science Fiction: Critical Essays by Elzembely, Hosam A. Ibrahim
    Arab and Muslim Science Fiction: Critical Essays
    How is science fiction from the Arab and Muslim world different than mainstream science fiction from the West? What distinctive and original contributions can it make? Why is it so often neglected in critical considerations of the genre? While other books have explored these...
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  • The Permeable Self: Five Medieval Relationships by Newman, Barbara
    The Permeable Self: Five Medieval Relationships
    How, Barbara Newman asks, did the myth of the separable heart take such a firm hold in the Middle Ages, from lovers exchanging hearts with one another to mystics exchanging hearts with Jesus? What special traits gave both saints and demoniacs their ability to...
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  • The Liminal Chrysalis: Imagining Reproduction and Parenting Futures Beyond the Binary by Doty, H. Kori
    The Liminal Chrysalis: Imagining Reproduction and Parenting Futures Beyond the Binary
    The Liminal Chrysalis: Imagining Reproduction and Parenting Futures Beyond the Binary is an edited collection that works to identify and deconstruct many of the countless binaries that operate within the realms of parenting and reproduction. Weaving poetry, speculative fiction, and autobiography with interviews, critical...
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  • Countries That Don't Exist: Selected Nonfiction by Emery, Jacob
    Countries That Don't Exist: Selected Nonfiction
    Almost unknown during his lifetime, Sigizmund Krzhizhanovsky is now hailed as a master of Russian prose. His short stories and novels, unpublishable under Stalinism but rediscovered long after his death, have drawn comparisons to the works of Jorge Luis Borges for their distinctive blend...
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  • To Make Negro Literature: Writing, Literary Practice, and African American Authorship by McHenry, Elizabeth
    To Make Negro Literature: Writing, Literary Practice, and African American Authorship
    In To Make Negro Literature Elizabeth McHenry traces African American authorship in the decade following the 1896 legalization of segregation. She shifts critical focus from the published texts of acclaimed writers to unfamiliar practitioners whose works reflect the unsettledness of African American letters in...
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  • Liberties Journal of Culture and Politics: Volume I, Issue 1 by Wieseltier, Leon
    Liberties Journal of Culture and Politics: Volume I, Issue 1
    Liberties - A Journal of Culture and Politics features new essays and poetry from some of today's best writers and artists, along with introducing new talent, to inspire and impact the intellectual and creative lifeblood of culture and politics. This inaugural issue of Liberties...
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  • Summary: The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up - The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing by Marie Kondo by Summaries, Executivegrowth
    Summary: The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up - The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing by Marie Kondo
    Notice: This is a SUMMARY of Marie Kondo's bestseller, The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing.The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up became a #1 New York Times bestseller for simple reasons...Marie Kondo's unique approach to tidying changes lives....
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  • Study Guide to 1984 by George Orwell by Intelligent Education
    Study Guide to 1984 by George Orwell
    A comprehensive study guide offering in-depth explanation, essay, and test prep for George Orwell's 1984, considered to be a classic novel. As a novel of the twentieth-century, it was among the first of many in the popular dystopian fiction genre. Moreover, 1984 focuses on...
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  • Study Guide to Inherit the Wind by Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee by Intelligent Education
    Study Guide to Inherit the Wind by Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee
    A comprehensive study guide offering in-depth explanation, essay, and test prep for Jerome Lawrence and Robert E. Lee's Inherit the Wind, a political play that fictionalized the 1925 Scopes ""Monkey"" Trial. As a play of the 1950's, Inherit the Wind defended intellectual freedom. Moreover,...
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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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