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The Penguin Dictionary of Literary Terms and Literary Theory
J. A. Cuddon
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Description for The Penguin Dictionary of Literary Terms and Literary Theory
paperback. Gives definitions of technical terms (hamartia, iamb, zeugma) and critical jargon (aporia, binary opposition, intertextuality). This book explores literary movements (neoclassism, romanticism, vorticism) and schools of literary theory. It covers genres (elegy, fabliau, pastoral) and literary forms (haiku, ottava rima, sonnet). Num Pages: 816 pages. BIC Classification: DSR; GBC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 131 x 37. Weight in Grams: 562.
'An indispensable work of reference' Times Literary Supplement
The Penguin Dictionary of Literary Terms and Literary Theory is firmly established as a key work of reference in the complex and varied field of literary criticism. Now in its fifth edition, it remains the most comprehensive and accessible work of its kind, and is invaluable for students, teachers and general readers alike.
- Gives definitions of technical terms (hamartia, iamb, zeugma) and critical jargon (aporia, binary opposition, intertextuality)
- Explores literary movements (neoclassism, romanticism, vorticism) and schools of literary theory
- Covers genres (elegy, fabliau, pastoral) and ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
Penguin
Condition
New
Number of Pages
816
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780141047157
SKU
9780141047157
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About J. A. Cuddon
J. A. Cuddon was a writer, school teacher and academic. Best known for his Dictionary of Literary Terms, he also produced the large Dictionary of Sport and Games, as well as several novels, plays and travel books. He also edited two anthologoies of supernatural fiction. He died in 1996. M.A.R. Habib received his doctorate from the University of Oxford, ... Read more
Reviews for The Penguin Dictionary of Literary Terms and Literary Theory
Accomplishes cameo wonders of literary history ... generously and urbanely compiled
New York Times
Scholarly, succinct, comprehensive and entertaining ... an indispensable work of reference
Times Literary Supplement
New York Times
Scholarly, succinct, comprehensive and entertaining ... an indispensable work of reference
Times Literary Supplement