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A Companion to the Philosophy of Literature
Garry L. Hagberg
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Description for A Companion to the Philosophy of Literature
Hardback. This volume in the Blackwell Companions to Philosophy series focuses on the main themes and topics in the philosophy of literature. It is composed of all newly commissioned essays, written by the top scholars in the field.
Note: I received a lot of advice on this project over several iterations. Editor(s): Hagberg, Garry L.; Jost, Mr. Walter. Series: Blackwell Companions to Philosophy. Num Pages: 568 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: DSA; HPN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 249 x 179 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1140.
This monumental collection of new and recent essays from an international team of eminent scholars represents the best contemporary critical thinking relating to both literary and philosophical studies of literature.
Note: I received a lot of advice on this project over several iterations. Editor(s): Hagberg, Garry L.; Jost, Mr. Walter. Series: Blackwell Companions to Philosophy. Num Pages: 568 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: DSA; HPN. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 249 x 179 x 35. Weight in Grams: 1140.
This monumental collection of new and recent essays from an international team of eminent scholars represents the best contemporary critical thinking relating to both literary and philosophical studies of literature.
- Helpfully groups essays into the field's main sub-categories, among them ‘Relations Between Philosophy and Literature’, ‘Emotional Engagement and the Experience of Reading’, ‘Literature and the Moral Life’, and ‘Literary Language’
- Offers a combination of analytical precision and literary richness
- Represents an unparalleled work of reference for students and specialists alike, ideal for course use
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
568
Condition
New
Series
Blackwell Companions to Philosophy
Number of Pages
570
Place of Publication
Hoboken, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781405141703
SKU
V9781405141703
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About Garry L. Hagberg
Garry L. Hagberg is the James H. Ottaway Professor of Philosophy and Aesthetics at Bard College, and has in recent years held a Chair in the School of Philosophy at the University of East Anglia and a visiting fellowship at Cambridge University. He has published widely in philosophical and literary contexts; his recent books include Art and Ethical Criticism (Blackwell, ... Read more
Reviews for A Companion to the Philosophy of Literature
"Recommended. Library collections supporting upper-level undergraduates through faculty/researchers." (Choice, 1 March 2011) "It can be firmly recommended for the library of any university or college that has courses in either literature or philosophy". (Reference Reviews, 1 December 2010)