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An Introduction To Literary Theory

Published on Nov 22, 2015

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LITERARY THEORY

AN INTRODUCTION
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What is Literary Theory?

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LIT. THEORY IS....

  • A "microscope" for critics/scholars
  • A set of various "lenses" with which to view Literature.
  • Allows one to view/discuss themes, characters, plot, etc.
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BRIEF HISTORY

(WHO YOU CAN BLAME FOR HAVING TO LEARN THIS CRAP)
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It's PLATO'S fAULT

  • "Invented" Lit. Theory in his book-- THE REPUBLIC
  • Believed art must play a role in his ideal society
  • Art must reinforce morals, not reflect Nature
  • Aristotle later disagree with Plato's idea
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Popular Lit. Theories

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RELAX

WE'LL ONLY FOCUS ON A FEW
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READER REPONSE

THE READER IS THE KEY TO THIS THEORY
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READER RESPONSE

  • What do YOU think and Why?
  • How do the text's words enhance the reading experience?
  • What symbols help the reader make meaning?
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POST-COLONIAL

(ALSO CALLED "CRITICAL RACE")
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POST-COLONIAL

  • How does the text represent oppression?
  • Who has power? Who lacks it? Why and how?
  • Who is "the other" in the text? How is he treated?
  • What is revealed about cultural differences?
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FEMINIST

THE OTHER F-WORD
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FEMINIST CRITICISM

  • What is the relationship bet. Women and men in the text?
  • Who has power (men or women) and how is it shown?
  • How are gender roles defined?
  • What constitutes masculinity and feminity?
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WANT TO KNOW MORE?

SEE THE OWL....
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Owl.english.purdue.edu
(Search "Literary Theory")

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Dr Sidney Jones Jr