Literary Theory: A Guide for the Perplexed (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780826490735)

This Guide for the Perplexed provides an advanced introduction to literary theory from basic information and orientation for the uninformed leading on to more sophisticated readings. It engages directly with the difficulty many students find intimidating, asking 'What is ''Literary Theory''?' and offering a clear, concise, accessible guide to the major theories and theorists, including: humanism; structuralism; poststructuralism; psychoanalytic approaches; feminist approaches; queer theory; ideology and discourse; new historicism; race and postcolonialism; postmodernism. The final chapter points to new directions in literary and cultural theory.

Author: Mary Klages
ISBN-10: 0826490735
ISBN-13: 9780826490735
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Language: English
Published: 01/23/2007
Pages: 192
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.50lbs
Size: 8.40h x 5.40w x 0.50d