A quarter century after the first edition remains Literary Theory: An Introduction by Terry Eagleton an influential and topical work. The book reflects the subversive, exciting, and exotic atmosphere of the theories from the 60s and 70s, when literary theory posed an unprecedented challenge to the literary world.
Content and Relevance
This 25th anniversary edition contains a new foreword by Eagleton, in which he discusses recent developments. He addresses, among other things, the rise of anti-theory and the phenomenon of the institutionalization of literary theory. Thus, the book remains an essential and clear guide in the field.
Key Features
- Suitable for teaching and self-study; especially aimed at literature studies students
- Language: English
- Level: suitable for advanced users, such as second- and third-year literature students
- Contains extensive revisions and additions, also on feminist and cultural theory
- Makes literary theory accessible and insightful
- Inspiration for generations of students and teachers
About the Edition
The original publication dates from 1983. In 1996, the work was adapted with new insights. This reissue contains a new foreword in which Eagleton reflects on the long-term success and developments since the first publication.
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