Critical Theory and Performance
Critical Theory and Performance

Author: Janelle G. Reinelt

Publisher: University of Michigan Press

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 612

ISBN-13: 9780472068869

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Updated and enlarged, this groundbreaking collection surveys the major critical currents and approaches in drama, theater, and performance

An Introduction to Literary Studies
An Introduction to Literary Studies

Author: Mario Klarer

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2005-08-08

Total Pages: 174

ISBN-13: 113461702X

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An Introduction to Literary Studies provides the beginner with an accessible and comprehensive survey of literature. Systematically taking in theory, genre and literary history, Klarer provides easy to understand descriptions of a variety of approaches to texts. This invaluable guide includes sections on: fiction poetry drama film covering: a range of theoretical approaches an extensive glossary of major literary and cinematic terms guidelines for writing research papers.

American Literary Criticism Since the 1930s
American Literary Criticism Since the 1930s

Author: Vincent B. Leitch

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2009-09-10

Total Pages: 433

ISBN-13: 1135218005

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American Literary Criticism Since the 1930s fully updates Vincent B. Leitch’s classic book, American Literary Criticism from the 30s to the 80s following the development of the American academy right up to the present day. Updated throughout and with a brand new chapter, this second edition: provides a critical history of American literary theory and practice, discussing the impact of major schools and movements examines the social and cultural background to literary research, considering the role of key theories and practices provides profiles of major figures and influential texts, outlining the connections among theorists presents a new chapter on developments since the 1980s, including discussions of feminist, queer, postcolonial and ethnic criticism. Comprehensive and engaging, this book offers a crucial overview of the development of literary studies in American universities, and a springboard to further research for all those interested in the development and study of Literature.