Using Critical Theory: How to Read and Write About Literature

by Lois Tyson

Book Overview

Explaining both why theory is important and how to use it, Lois Tyson introduces beginning students of literature to this often daunting field in a friendly and readable style. The new edition of this textbook is clearly structured with chapters based on major theories frequently covered both in courses on literature and on critical theory.

Key features include:

- coverage of major theories including reader-response theory, New Criticism...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1138586471
• ISBN13: 9781138586475
• Release Date: October 2020
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 378 Pages
• Weight: 1.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 9.2"