Literature: history & criticism
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Literature: history & criticism
Hardcover. This complete guide to ancient Greek rhetoric is exceptional both in its chronological range and the breadth of topics it covers. Traces the rise of rhetoric and its uses from Homer to Byzantium. Covers wider-ranging topics such as rhetoric's relationship to knowledge, ethics, religion, law, and emotion. Editor(s): Worthington, Ian. Series: Blackwell Companions to the Ancient World. Num Pages: 632 pages, 0. BIC Classification: 2AHA; CFG; DSBB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 247 x 176 x 42. Weight in Grams: 1258.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 632
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405125512
- ISBN
- 9781405125512
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 204.62
€ 204.62
Hardback. Num Pages: 350 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: DSC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 221 x 147 x 30. Weight in Grams: 590.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1977
- Publisher
- Northern Illinois University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 350
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780875800530
- ISBN
- 9780875800530
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 56.42
€ 56.42
hardcover. Editor(s): Graver, Bruce E. Series: The Cornell Wordsworth. Num Pages: 606 pages, 143. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 2AB; DNF; DSBB; DSBD; DSBF; DSC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 44. Weight in Grams: 1090.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1998
- Publisher
- Cornell University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 606
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9780801434525
- ISBN
- 9780801434525
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 213.22
€ 213.22
Paperback. Num Pages: 233 pages, biography. BIC Classification: DSBF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 140 x 14. Weight in Grams: 320.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1988
- Publisher
- Palgrave Macmillan United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 233
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781349194957
- ISBN
- 9781349194957
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 47.47
€ 47.47
Paperback. Argues that contemporary copyright law, rooted as it is in a nineteenth-century Romantic understanding of the author as a solitary creative genius, may be inapposite to the realities of cultural production. This volume explores the social and cultural construction of authorship as a step toward redefining notions of authorship and copyright. Editor(s): Woodmansee, Martha; Jaszi, Peter. Series: Post-Contemporary Interventions. Num Pages: 472 pages. BIC Classification: DSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 156 x 240 x 32. Weight in Grams: 818.
- Publisher
- Duke University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 472
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780822314127
- ISBN
- 9780822314127
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 33.25
€ 36.99
€ 33.25
Under Arturo's Star: The Cultural Legacies of Elsa Morante (Purdue Stu...
Wood, Sharon, Lucamante, Stefania
Paperback. Presenting a collection of twelve essays, this book offers a comprehensive evaluation of Elsa Morante to appear outside Italy, while taking into account modern critical and theoretical developments. Num Pages: 260 pages. BIC Classification: 2ADT; DSBH; DSK. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 228 x 153 x 20. Weight in Grams: 542.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Purdue University Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781557534071
- ISBN
- 9781557534071
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 57.81
€ 57.81
Paperback. Ten essays on issues in philosophy, literary theory and intellectual history. The question of radical imperialism of the postmodern turn, the unstated agenda of neoconservative cultural theory and a discussion of Walter Benjamin's place in cultural studies are included in the text. Series: Critical Perspectives on Modern Culture S. Num Pages: 328 pages. BIC Classification: 1D; DSA; HPCF; JFCX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 153 x 20. Weight in Grams: 499.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Publisher
- University of Massachusetts Press
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780870239908
- ISBN
- 9780870239908
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 38.96
€ 38.96
Paperback. In The Cambridge Companion to Keats, leading scholars discuss Keats's work. Editor(s): Wolfson, Susan J. Series: Cambridge Companions to Literature. Num Pages: 320 pages, 1 b/w illus. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSBF; DSC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 164 x 20. Weight in Grams: 506. Series: Cambridge Companions to Literature. 320 pages, 1 b/w illus. Editor(s): Wolfson, Susan J. In The Cambridge Companion to Keats, leading scholars discuss Keats's work. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: 2AB; DSBF; DSC. Dimension: 229 x 164 x 20. Weight: 506.
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press
- Number of pages
- 320
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Edition
- First Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780521658393
- ISBN
- 9780521658393
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 35.34
€ 35.34
Paperback. In this volume, 26 newly commissioned essays provide distinct, original and sometimes playful or unusual definitions of theoretical keywords - both unexpected terms as well as words well established in the critical canon. Editor(s): Wolfreys, Julian. Num Pages: 416 pages, 5 b&w illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; CFF; DSR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 21. Weight in Grams: 761.
- Publisher
- Edinburgh University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780748614356
- ISBN
- 9780748614356
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 36.59
€ 40.99
€ 36.59
Paperback / so. Series: Aus Natur Und Geisteswelt. Num Pages: black & white illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: DSB; HB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 178 x 111 x 7. Weight in Grams: 109.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1920
- Publisher
- Vieweg+Teubner Verlag United Kingdom
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783663154044
- ISBN
- 9783663154044
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 67.52
€ 67.52
Paperback / so. Num Pages: black & white illustrations, bibliography. BIC Classification: DSB; GBCR; HP; JP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 13. Weight in Grams: 336.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1985
- Publisher
- Springer Fachmedien Wiesbaden Germany
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783531117430
- ISBN
- 9783531117430
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 68.95
€ 68.95
Hardback. Translator(s): Carlson, Mona; Hedges, Jane T. Num Pages: 524 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DVUA; 2AGR; DSB; GBC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 33. Weight in Grams: 862.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1992
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 524
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231052429
- ISBN
- 9780231052429
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 140.29€ 105.38
€ 140.29
€ 105.38
Paperback. In this work philosopher Wolfgang Iser offers a fresh perspective on questions such as why do human beings need fictions? And why do human beings need to interpret, despite the fact that complete interpretation is unattainable? Series: The Wellek Library Lectures. Num Pages: 280 pages. BIC Classification: DSA; HPCF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 155 x 13. Weight in Grams: 312.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231119030
- ISBN
- 9780231119030
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.99€ 26.81
€ 36.99
€ 26.81
Hardback. In this work philosopher Wolfgang Iser offers a fresh perspective on questions such as why do human beings need fictions? And why do human beings need to interpret, despite the fact that complete interpretation is unattainable? Series: The Wellek Library Lectures. Num Pages: 280 pages. BIC Classification: DSA; HPCF; HPK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 160 x 19. Weight in Grams: 660.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press
- Number of pages
- 280
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231119023
- ISBN
- 9780231119023
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 106.67€ 80.87
€ 106.67
€ 80.87
Paperback. * An introduction to modern theories of literature and the arts. * Represents a wide variety of theories, including phenomenological theory, hermeneutical theory, gestalt theory, reception theory, semiotic theory, Marxist theory, deconstruction, anthropological theory, and feminist theory. Series: How to Study Literature. Num Pages: 224 pages, 0. BIC Classification: DSA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 229 x 153 x 8. Weight in Grams: 324.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 224
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781405115803
- ISBN
- 9781405115803
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 36.31
€ 36.31
Hardback. In a series of readings, the author examines Shakespeare's five major history plays and accounts for their continued popularity, both in film and on stage. He examines the historical context out of which the plays emerged, and describes how the period gave birth to a modern form of politics. Translator(s): Wilson, David H. Num Pages: 224 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 2AB; DSGS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 236 x 160. Weight in Grams: 454.
- Publisher
- Columbia University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 224
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1994
- Edition
- 1st
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780231075886
- ISBN
- 9780231075886
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 107.36
€ 107.36
Paperback. Providing a detailed and rigorous analysis of 'Richard III', this commentary reveals every nuance of meaning whilst maintaining a firm grasp on the structure of the play. The result is an outstanding lesson in the methodology of Shakespearian criticism as well as an essential study for students of the early plays of Shakespeare. Num Pages: 270 pages. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSGS. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 216 x 139 x 21. Weight in Grams: 338.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 270
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- SKU
- V9780415852876
- ISBN
- 9780415852876
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 57.21
€ 57.21
hardcover. The Saints in Old Norse and Early Modern Icelandic Poetry is a complimentary volume to The Legends of the Saints in Old Norse-Icelandic Prose (UTP 2013). This volume focuses on Icelandic devotional poetry created during the early modern period. Series: Toronto Old Norse-Icelandic Series (Tonis). Num Pages: 380 pages. BIC Classification: 1DNC; 2ACSC; DSBB; DSC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 235 x 159 x 22. Weight in Grams: 630.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- University of Toronto Press Canada
- Number of pages
- 380
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781487500740
- ISBN
- 9781487500740
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 99.48
€ 99.48
Hardback. This work consists of eight essays selected from papers given at the Twelfth International Byron Symposium. Much of Byron's poetry is examined, but the focus is on the Mysteries and Don Juan. The subjects include the Cain figure, Byron's skepticism, his attitude toward Christianity and religion in general, and his literary use of the Bible. Num Pages: 196 pages. BIC Classification: DCQ; DSBF; DSC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 230 x 157 x 18. Weight in Grams: 490.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- University of Delaware Press United States
- Number of pages
- 196
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780874134018
- ISBN
- 9780874134018
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 114.59
€ 114.59
Paperback. Wole Soyinka, winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature, here analyses the interconnecting worlds of myth, ritual and literature in Africa. Series: CANTO. Num Pages: 184 pages, index. BIC Classification: 1H; 1KJ; DSB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 141 x 216 x 7. Weight in Grams: 240.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1990
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- Reprint
- Number of pages
- 184
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780521398343
- ISBN
- 9780521398343
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 21.54
€ 21.54
Paperback. The third volume in Soyinka's series of memoirs, the sequel to "Ake and Isara". In a mixture of fact and fiction - to protect the innocent and nail the guilty and shape an often intolerable reality - it tells of the coming of age of a writer and political activist; and of a nation's betrayal. Num Pages: 397 pages, 1 b&w line. BIC Classification: 2AB; BGA; DNF; DSBH; DSG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 129 x 25. Weight in Grams: 374. Good clean copy with some minor shelf wear.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- Methuen Publishing Ltd
- Condition
- Used, Very Good
- SKU
- KKD0002011
- ISBN
- 9780413744203
Paperback
Condition: Used, Very Good
€ 17.95
€ 17.95
Paperback. Based on real events that took place in Oyo, the ancient Yoruba city of Nigeria, in 1946, Nobel Prize-winner Wole Soyinka's play tells how Simon Pilkings, a well-meaning District Officer, intervenes to prevent the ritual suicide of the Yoruba chief, Elesin. This Student Edition includes a full introduction, commentary and questions for study. Series: Student Editions. Num Pages: 160 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: DD; DSG. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 198 x 131 x 11. Weight in Grams: 138.
- Publisher
- Methuen Drama
- Number of pages
- 160
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Edition
- 1st
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780413695505
- ISBN
- 9780413695505
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 15.82
€ 15.82
Paperback. Treating China's Cultural Revolution as much more than a political event, this volume explores its ideological dimensions. It focuses on the CR's discourse of heroism and messianism and its demonization of the enemy as reflected in political practice, official literature and propaganda art. Editor(s): Chong, Woei Lien. Series: Asia/Pacific/Perspectives. Num Pages: 432 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 3JJ; DSBH; DSK; GTB; HBJF; HBLW3; JFC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 149 x 26. Weight in Grams: 670.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742518742
- ISBN
- 9780742518742
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 87.60
€ 87.60
Hardback. Treating China's Cultural Revolution as much more than a political event, this volume explores its ideological dimensions. It focuses on the CR's discourse of heroism and messianism and its demonization of the enemy as reflected in political practice, official literature and propaganda art. Editor(s): Chong, Woei Lien. Series: Asia/Pacific/Perspectives. Num Pages: 432 pages, bibliography, index. BIC Classification: 1FPC; 3JJ; DSBH; DSK; GTB; HBJF; HBLW3; JFC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 232 x 162 x 33. Weight in Grams: 785.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Rowman & Littlefield United States
- Number of pages
- 432
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780742518735
- ISBN
- 9780742518735
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 196.65
€ 196.65