Roger Webster
Studying Literary Theory
- ISBN 13:
- 9780340584996
- author:
- Roger Webster
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury USA
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1995
- Pages:
- 144
- Genre:
- Literature
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Studying Literary Theory: An Introduction by Roger Webster provides a comprehensive guide to some of the most important aspects of literary theory. This second edition builds upon its predecessor, offering a fuller introduction to a wider range of literary theories, including poststructuralism, postmodernism, New Historicism, postcolonial theory and theories of sexual identity. The book links traditional approaches to literature with more contemporary theoretical perspectives, making it an accessible resource for students and scholars alike. With revised discussions and additional illustrative material, Webster helps readers understand how various literary theories can be applied to different texts. This introductory guide is ideal for those looking to explore the complexities of modern literary theory and its impact on our understanding of literature.