C. S. Lewis

An Experiment in Criticism

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ISBN 13:
9781107604728
author:
C. S. Lewis
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Cambridge University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2012
Pages:
152
Dimensions:
5.43 (w) x 8.50 (h) x 0.35 (d)
Genre:
Literary Theory - General & Miscellaneous
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£15.36

Description

C. S. Lewis's An Experiment in Criticism explores the nature of literature and how we judge it. He argues that good reading involves surrendering to the work and entering into the opinions of others, laying aside extraneous expectations and values. At its core, Lewis's approach is about approaching each book with an open mind, free from preconceptions. This refreshing perspective offers a valuable alternative in the current critical landscape. By stripping away distractions, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the work itself. This thought-provoking book raises essential questions about the reading experience and invites reflection on how we engage with literature.

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