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Theory of Literature

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A classic of criticism that examines the nature, function, form, and contents of literature. "The most ordered, ranging and purposeful attempt...toward keeping the study of literature at once intelligent and liberal" (New York Times). Index.

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Theory of Literature, René Wellek, Austin Warren

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1975
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English
Publisher
Harvest Book
Released
1975
Format
Paperback
Pages
375
ISBN10
0156890844
ISBN13
9780156890847
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First published
1949
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Theory of Literature
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A classic of criticism that examines the nature, function, form, and contents of literature. "The most ordered, ranging and purposeful attempt...toward keeping the study of literature at once intelligent and liberal" (New York Times). Index.