The Western Canon

Prof. Harold Bloom

ISBN 10: 0333639529 / ISBN 13: 9780333639528

Published by Pan Macmillan, United Kingdom, London, 1995

This text is a defence of the western literary canon which the author sees being eroded by the tyranny of cultural studies and political correctness in the academic and literary world. It is at once an eloquent survey of the great authors from Dante to Beckett that make up the canon, with Shakespeare at its centre, as well as a polemical assault on the forces that are trying to diminish it. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration. Seller Inventory # GOR002800035

Synopsis:

This text is a defence of the western literary canon which the author sees being eroded by the tyranny of cultural studies and political correctness in the academic and literary world. It is at once an eloquent survey of the great authors from Dante to Beckett that make up the canon, with Shakespeare at its centre, as well as a polemical assault on the forces that are trying to diminish it.

About the Author: Harold Bloom

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Western Canon
Publisher: Pan Macmillan, United Kingdom, London
Publication Date: 1995
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Fair