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The Penguin Dictionary of Literary Terms and Literary Theory Revised Edition
Contributor(s): Cuddon, J. A. (Author), Habib, M. A. R. (Author)
ISBN: 0141047151     ISBN-13: 9780141047157
Publisher: Penguin Books
OUR PRICE:   $19.55  
Product Type: Paperback
Published: September 2015
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BISAC Categories:
- Literary Criticism | Reference
- Literary Criticism | Semiotics & Theory
Dewey: 803
Physical Information: 1.6" H x 5.1" W x 7.7" (1.20 lbs) 816 pages
 
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'An indispensable work of reference' Times Literary Supplement The Penguin Dictionary of Literary Terms and Literary Theory is firmly established as a key work of reference in the complex and varied field of literary criticism. Now in its fifth edition, it remains the most comprehensive and accessible work of its kind, and is invaluable for students, teachers and general readers alike. - Gives definitions of technical terms (hamartia, iamb, zeugma) and critical jargon (aporia, binary opposition, intertextuality) - Explores literary movements (neoclassism, romanticism, vorticism) and schools of literary theory - Covers genres (elegy, fabliau, pastoral) and literary forms (haiku, ottava rima, sonnet)