Literature
Peter Widdowson · 1999
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About the book
This introductory volume provides an accessible overview of the history of 'Literature' as a cultural concept, and reflects on the contemporary nature, place and function of what the literary might mean for us today. This volume: * offers a concise history of the canonic concept of 'literature' from its earliest origins * illustrates the kinds of theoretical issues which are currently invoked by the term 'literary' * promotes the potential 'uses of the literary' within an millennial culture With Literature Peter Widdowson provides a thought provoking essay on the contemporary relevance of the 'literary' for students.
Book details
- Year
- 1999
- Language
- English
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Group
- Editions
- 8
- Pages
- 240
- ISBN
- 9780203169438
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