Can a movement that denies its existence have its canonical instances? Readers may judge for themselves whether New Historicism is a phrase without a referent. "The New Historicism Reader" documents the New Historicists' multiplex achievement, spanning Renaissance and Reagan studies, American realism, English romanticism, gender studies, feminism, and communications and rhetoric. The essays encompass astounding variety: a wolfish High Constable dresses as a sheep to greet Queen Elizabeth; Jewish nationalism corrects "Daniel Deronda's" sinister world of art, money, and reckless women;...
Can a movement that denies its existence have its canonical instances? Readers may judge for themselves whether New Historicism is a phrase without a ...
This volume provides a revealing look into the thoughts and experiences of some of the most influential and important critics of the 20th century. The writers included avoid pretention and gross self-misrepresentation, giving way to raw, wholly believable emotion. Describing cumulative literary shocks and episodes of self-recognition, contributors offer insights to their ruling passions and works.
This volume provides a revealing look into the thoughts and experiences of some of the most influential and important critics of the 20th century. The...
This volume provides a revealing look into the thoughts and experiences of some of the most influential and important critics of the 20th century. The writers included avoid pretention and gross self-misrepresentation, giving way to raw, wholly believable emotion. Describing cumulative literary shocks and episodes of self-recognition, contributors offer insights to their ruling passions and works.
This volume provides a revealing look into the thoughts and experiences of some of the most influential and important critics of the 20th century. The...
