Uses of literature
By: Rita Felski.
Series: Blackwell manifestos
Publisher: Blackwell Pub.
Published: 2008
Place of publication: Malden, MA
Language: eng
Number of pages: 154
ISBN-13: 9781405147231; 9781405147248
Subjects: Literature -- Philosophy; Books and reading
Description: "The diverse motives and mysteries of why we read are explored in this groundbreaking new work by Rita Felski. Challenging many time-worn homilies and theories put forth in contemporary literary criticism, "Uses of Literature" offers refreshing new insights into the purpose and value of reading literature." "Proposing that the interaction between reader and literature involves four "modes of textual engagement"--Recognition, enchantment, knowledge, and shock - the author bridges the gap between literary theory and common-sense beliefs about literature."--Jacket.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.