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Letteratura, Cultura, Teoria

Questa collana approfondisce le intricate relazioni tra letteratura, cultura e teoria. Si concentra su studi teorici nelle scienze umane, utilizzando la letteratura e la cultura come principali oggetti di indagine. La raccolta comprende opere originali di teoria letteraria, nonché monografie e raccolte di saggi che esplorano argomenti e figure seminali nella storia della speculazione teorica sulle arti e sulla comunicazione umana.

Derrida and Autobiography
Consequences of Enlightenment
Possible Worlds in Literary Theory
Theorizing the Avant-Garde
Introduction to Literary Hermeneutics

Ordine di lettura consigliato

  • Focusing on the evolution of hermeneutics, this English edition of Peter Szondi's lectures offers a clear analysis of German Enlightenment theorists. Szondi's insights into the "material theory" of interpretation provide a valuable perspective for understanding literary criticism. Translated by Martha Woodmansee and featuring a foreword by Joel Weinsheimer, this work makes Szondi's significant contributions accessible to an English-speaking audience, highlighting his status as a prominent postwar literary critic.

    Introduction to Literary Hermeneutics
  • Focusing on the interplay between art and politics, the book reexamines the avant-garde through the lens of postmodern theories. Richard Murphy critiques classic formulations and engages with key theorists like Jameson and Lyotard, while also incorporating insights from Marcuse, Adorno, and Benjamin. Through detailed analyses of various films and literary works, this interdisciplinary exploration offers valuable perspectives for those interested in modernist movements and the complexities of postmodernity.

    Theorizing the Avant-Garde
  • Exploring the philosophical concept of 'possible worlds,' this book delves into its application in addressing theoretical issues related to fictionality and narrativity. It examines how different narrative structures and fictional scenarios can be understood through the lens of alternative realities, offering insights into the nature of storytelling and the relationship between fiction and reality. The text invites readers to reconsider the boundaries of narrative and the implications of imagining multiple worlds within literature.

    Possible Worlds in Literary Theory
  • The book delves into the connections between politics, philosophy, and aesthetics as examined by significant thinkers throughout history. It offers insights into how these fields interact and influence each other, showcasing the critical perspectives of various influential figures. Through this exploration, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the intricate relationships that shape ideas and cultural movements.

    Consequences of Enlightenment
  • Derrida and Autobiography

    • 212pagine
    • 8 ore di lettura

    Exploring the philosophy of Jacques Derrida, this book delves into the complexities of his thought while examining theories of autobiography. It investigates how Derrida's ideas influence the understanding of self-representation and narrative, highlighting the interplay between identity, language, and memory. Through a critical lens, the text offers insights into the philosophical implications of autobiographical writing and the challenges it poses to traditional notions of the self.

    Derrida and Autobiography