Hartman, Geoffrey H.
The Geoffrey Hartman Reader
- ISBN 13:
- 9780748620173
- author:
- Hartman, Geoffrey H.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Edinburgh University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2004
- Pages:
- 480
- Dimensions:
- 23 x 15.6 x 2.6 cm
- Genre:
- Literary studies: from c 1900 -
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Geoffrey Hartman Reader brings together significant essays by the renowned literary critic and scholar. This collection reflects his diverse interests in contemporary literature and culture, encompassing English and American poetry, film criticism, and the intersection of theory and close reading.
Hartman's work spans a wide range of topics, including the transition from early modern to modern poetry, psychoesthetic theories of literary genesis, and the impact of media revolution on cultural studies. His essays also explore the role of trauma in literature, the power of midrashic interpretation, and the significance of realism in popular fiction.
This anthology is notable for its intellectual vigour and range, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the humanities and literary criticism. With its engaging and thought-provoking content, The Geoffrey Hartman Reader is an essential read for scholars and literature enthusiasts alike.