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Contemporary Literature: The Basics
Suman Gupta
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Description for Contemporary Literature: The Basics
Paperback. Series: The Basics. Num Pages: 200 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: DSA; DSB. Category: (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 127 x 198 x 15. Weight in Grams: 226.
‘Contemporary Literature’ is among the most popular areas of literary study but it can be a difficult one to define. This book equips readers with the necessary tools to take an analytical and systematic approach to contemporary texts. The author provides answers to some of the critical questions in the field:
- What makes a literary text contemporary?
- Is it possible to have a canon of contemporary literature?
- How does a reader’s location affect their understanding?
- How do print, electronic, and audio-visual media impact upon contemporary literature?
- Which key concepts and themes are most prevalent?
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Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
200
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Series
The Basics
Condition
New
Weight
225g
Number of Pages
200
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780415668705
SKU
V9780415668705
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About Suman Gupta
Suman Gupta is Professor of Literature and Cultural History, The Open University. He is the author of numerous books on contemporary literature, literary theory, political philosophy and current affairs.
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