Literary Theory: The Basics - Hans Bertens

Category: Misc. Non-fiction
Language: English
Keywords: Philosophy Theory

Written by Hans Bertens
Read by Nigel Anthony
Format: M4B
Bitrate: 128 Kbps
Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 47 mins
Release date: 04-14-26

This third edition of Hans Bertens’ bestselling book is an essential guide to the often confusing and complicated world of literary theory. Exploring a broad range of topics from Marxist and feminist criticism to postmodernism and new historicism Literary Theory: The Basics covers contemporary topics including:reception theory and reader response theorythe new criticism of postmodernismthe ‘after theory’ debatepost-humanism, biopolitics and animal studiesaestheticsLiterary Theory: The Basics helps readers to approach the many theories and debates in this field with confidence. Now with updated case studies and further reading this is an essential purchase for anyone who strives to understand literary theory today.