Contemporary Critical Theory

Discover the essential insights of literary analysis with Contemporary Critical Theory, a comprehensive guide published by the Modern Language Association of America in 1993. This hardback volume spans 201 pages and offers an up-to-date overview of significant theories and theorists in the field of literary studies.

Delve into introductory essays covering a wide range of critical theories, including Russian formalism, New Criticism, postcolonial studies, and new historicism. This book is an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the evolution of literary criticism.

Additionally, Contemporary Critical Theory features an extensive list of nearly two thousand journals and books, including translations published in English, with many entries accompanied by brief annotations. Enhance your understanding of literary theory with this authoritative text that serves as a cornerstone for modern literary scholarship.