Items related to A Readers Guide to Contemporary Literary Theory
Synopsis
This edition of the bestselling guide retains the strong features of the original book; offering a comprehensive coverage of the main literary theories, further readings and bibliographies. At the same time, the new edition adds material on contemporary literary theories, such as: cultural materialism, post-colonial theory, feminist theory, black British, Afro-American, Asian, Caribbean theory, and gay, lesbian and queer theory. The book can be used in conjunction with Practising Theory and Reading Literature.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Review
"An extremely helpful volume." -- South Atlantic Review
"A very clear, sustained, impartial guide." -- "Choice"
"A good starting point for students who want to have a readable overview of critical theories." -- "English Literature in Transition"
"Distinguished chiefly by its clarity and impartiality, this is a useful guide to the main schools of contemporary critical thought." -- "Journal of Modern Literature"
"An extremely helpful volume." -- "South Atlantic Review"
"The ideal crash course. Remarkable for its clarity." -- "Times Literary Supplement"
"A very clear, sustained, impartial guide." -- Choice
"A good starting point for students who want to have a readable overview of critical theories." -- English Literature in Transition
"Distinguished chiefly by its clarity and impartiality, this is a useful guide to the main schools of contemporary critical thought." -- Journal of Modern Literature
"An extremely helpful volume." -- South Atlantic Review
About the Author
Raman Selden is late Professor of English at the University of Sunderland.
Peter Widdowson is Professor of Literary Studies at the University of Gloucestershire. His most recent books include: Literature (1999); The Palgrave Guide to English Literature and its Contexts 1500–2000 (2004); and Graham Swift (2005).
Peter Brooker is Professor of Literary and Cultural Studies at the University of Nottingham. He is the author most recently of Modernity and Metropolis. Literature, Film and Urban Formations (2002); Bohemiain London. The Social Scene of Early Modernism (2004); and A Glossary of Cultural Theory (second edition, 2002). He is co-editor of Geographies of Modernism (2005) and co-founder of ‘The Modernist Magazines Project’.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Search results for A Readers Guide to Contemporary Literary Theory
Stock Image
A Readers Guide to Contemporary Literary Theory
Published by
Longman Publishing Group, 1996
ISBN 10: 0134919521
ISBN 13: 9780134919522
Used
Paperback
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. Reflecting the continuing change and development in modern literary theory, the key features of this book includes its clarity, brevity, equal coverage of the main literary theories and useful bibliographies of further reading. Literature students will find its clearly defined sections easy to navigate and whilst avoiding over-simplification, it makes a complex subject accessible. Features-Accesible, easy to use guideC-onsiders 'New Aestheticism' and engages with the ideas of 'Post-Theory'-Contains extensive guides to further reading, web and electronic resources to ensure the quality of students' research-A glossary defines key theoretical and critical terms-Contains a guide to relevant journals New to this Edition-Coverage of 'new aestheticism'-Updated and expanded Derrida section-More historical context included in the introduction-Marxism section to include updated material on Benjamin-Postcolonial section updated and expanded-Annotated reading lists, including web and electronic resources-New glossary of terms-Updated and expanded further reading section. Seller Inventory # 00103742384
Stock Image
A Readers Guide to Contemporary Literary Theory
Published by
Longman Publishing Group, 1996
ISBN 10: 0134919521
ISBN 13: 9780134919522
Used
Paperback
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Reflecting the continuing change and development in modern literary theory, the key features of this book includes its clarity, brevity, equal coverage of the main literary theories and useful bibliographies of further reading. Literature students will find its clearly defined sections easy to navigate and whilst avoiding over-simplification, it makes a complex subject accessible. Features-Accesible, easy to use guideC-onsiders 'New Aestheticism' and engages with the ideas of 'Post-Theory'-Contains extensive guides to further reading, web and electronic resources to ensure the quality of students' research-A glossary defines key theoretical and critical terms-Contains a guide to relevant journals New to this Edition-Coverage of 'new aestheticism'-Updated and expanded Derrida section-More historical context included in the introduction-Marxism section to include updated material on Benjamin-Postcolonial section updated and expanded-Annotated reading lists, including web and electronic resources-New glossary of terms-Updated and expanded further reading section. Seller Inventory # 00103436877
Seller Image
A Readers Guide to Contemporary Literary Theory (4th Edition)
Seller: Used Book Company, Egg Harbor Township, NJ, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Shows minimal signs of wear and previous use. Can include minimal notes/highlighting. A portion of your purchase benefits nonprofits! - Note: Edition & format may differ from what is shown in stock photo & item details. May not include supplementary material (toys, access code, dvds, etc). Seller Inventory # 584ZSU000IAN_ns
Stock Image
A Readers Guide to Contemporary Literary Theory
Published by
Longman Publishing Group, 1996
ISBN 10: 0134919521
ISBN 13: 9780134919522
Used
Paperback
Seller: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. Reflecting the continuing change and development in modern literary theory, the key features of this book includes its clarity, brevity, equal coverage of the main literary theories and useful bibliographies of further reading. Literature students will find its clearly defined sections easy to navigate and whilst avoiding over-simplification, it makes a complex subject accessible. Features-Accesible, easy to use guideC-onsiders 'New Aestheticism' and engages with the ideas of 'Post-Theory'-Contains extensive guides to further reading, web and electronic resources to ensure the quality of students' research-A glossary defines key theoretical and critical terms-Contains a guide to relevant journals New to this Edition-Coverage of 'new aestheticism'-Updated and expanded Derrida section-More historical context included in the introduction-Marxism section to include updated material on Benjamin-Postcolonial section updated and expanded-Annotated reading lists, including web and electronic resources-New glossary of terms-Updated and expanded further reading section. Seller Inventory # CIN0134919521G
Stock Image
A Readers Guide to Contemporary Literary Theory
Published by
Longman Publishing Group, 1996
ISBN 10: 0134919521
ISBN 13: 9780134919522
Used
Paperback
Seller: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Reflecting the continuing change and development in modern literary theory, the key features of this book includes its clarity, brevity, equal coverage of the main literary theories and useful bibliographies of further reading. Literature students will find its clearly defined sections easy to navigate and whilst avoiding over-simplification, it makes a complex subject accessible. Features-Accesible, easy to use guideC-onsiders 'New Aestheticism' and engages with the ideas of 'Post-Theory'-Contains extensive guides to further reading, web and electronic resources to ensure the quality of students' research-A glossary defines key theoretical and critical terms-Contains a guide to relevant journals New to this Edition-Coverage of 'new aestheticism'-Updated and expanded Derrida section-More historical context included in the introduction-Marxism section to include updated material on Benjamin-Postcolonial section updated and expanded-Annotated reading lists, including web and electronic resources-New glossary of terms-Updated and expanded further reading section. Seller Inventory # CIN0134919521VG
Stock Image
A Readers Guide to Contemporary Literary Theory (4th Edition)
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0134919521I4N00
Stock Image
A Readers Guide to Contemporary Literary Theory (4th Edition)
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0134919521I3N00
Stock Image
A Readers Guide to Contemporary Literary Theory
Published by
Prentice Hall 16/12/1996, 1996
ISBN 10: 0134919521
ISBN 13: 9780134919522
Used
Softcover
Seller: AwesomeBooks, Wallingford, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Money back guarantee if you are not satisfied. See all our books here, order more than 1 book and get discounted shipping. . Seller Inventory # 7719-9780134919522
Buy Used
£ 2.52
£ 4.12 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
A Readers Guide to Contemporary Literary Theory (4th Edition)
Seller: HPB-Red, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used textbooks may not include companion materials such as access codes, etc. May have some wear or writing/highlighting. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_435534626
Stock Image
A Readers Guide to Contemporary Literary Theory
Published by
Prentice Hall 16/12/1996, 1996
ISBN 10: 0134919521
ISBN 13: 9780134919522
Used
Softcover
Seller: Bahamut Media, Reading, United Kingdom
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Shipped within 24 hours from our UK warehouse. Clean, undamaged book with no damage to pages and minimal wear to the cover. Spine still tight, in very good condition. Remember if you are not happy, you are covered by our 100% money back guarantee. Seller Inventory # 6545-9780134919522
Buy Used
£ 2.35
£ 6.98 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available