A Dictionary of Literary Terms and Literary Theory

Brand: Wiley-Blackwell

Author: Cuddon, J. A.

Edition: 5

Number Of Pages: 808

EAN: 9781444333275

Release Date: 29-01-2013

Languages: English

Binding: hardcover

Package Dimensions: 9.8 x 7.0 x 1.9 inches

Details: With new entries and sensitive edits, this fifth edition places J.A. Cuddon’s indispensable dictionary firmly in the 21st Century. Written in a clear and highly readable style Comprehensive historical coverage extending from ancient times to the present day Broad intellectual and cultural range Expands on the previous edition to incorporate the most recent literary terminology New material is particularly focused in areas such as gender studies and queer theory, post-colonial theory, post-structuralism, post-modernism, narrative theory, and cultural studies. Existing entries have been edited to ensure that topics receive balanced treatment