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Literary Theory: The Basics

2nd Edition

By Hans Bertens

Published October 4th 2007 by Routledge – 254 pages

Series: The Basics

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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 Basicsis an essential purchase for anyone who wants to know what literary theory is and where it is going.

Reviews

'Clear, vigorous and often creatively provocative, Hans Bertens's historical overview of western literary theory is one of the very best introductions currently available.' - Michael Worton, University College London, UK

Name: Literary Theory: The Basics: 2nd Edition (Paperback) – Routledge 
Description: By Hans Bertens. 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...
Categories: Introductory Literary Studies, Literary/Critical Theory