Contemporary German editorial theory
By: edited by Hans Walter Gabler, George Bornstein, and Gillian Borland Pierce.
Contributors: Gabler, Hans Walter, 1938-; Bornstein, George.; Pierce, Gillian Borland, 1966-
Series: Editorial theory and literary criticism
Publisher: University of Michigan Press
Published: 1995
Place of publication: Ann Arbor
Language: eng
Number of pages: 278
Subjects: German literature -- Criticism, Textual.; Criticism, Textual.; Editing -- History -- 20th century.; Manuscripts -- Editing.
Description: Contemporary German Editorial Theory makes available for the first time in English ten major essays by seven German theorists, together with an original introductory meditation by Hans Walter Gabler, editor of the celebrated edition of James Joyce's Ulysses. The volume thus participates in the paradigm shift in editorial theory that has led both to theoretical reconception of the field and to groundbreaking practical results.

Topics discussed include the distinction between historical record and editor's interpretation, the display of multiple versions, concepts of authorization and intention, and the relations of textual theory to approaches like deconstruction and semiotics. The book also includes suggestions for further reading in both languages and a glossary of technical terms.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 273-275).