Literary Theory: The Basics

by HansBertens (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2007

  $3.82

  With a new introduction and fully updated pointers to further reading, this second edition of Hans Bertens' bestselling book is a must-have guide to the world of literary theory.

  Exploring a broad range of topics from Marxist and feminist criticism to post-modernism and new historicism it includes new coverage of:

  • the latest developments in post-colonial and cultural theory
  • literature and sexuality
  • the latest schools of thought, including eco-criticism and post-humanism
  • the future of literary theory and criticism.

  Literary Theory: The Basics is an essential purchase for anyone who wants to know what literary theory is and where it is going.