The Task of the Critic: Poetics, Philosophy, Religion

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The book explores the evolving role of the critic in contemporary literature, emphasizing the integration of philosophical and poetic insights with close reading techniques. It examines influential thinkers like Benjamin, Derrida, Deleuze, and Guattari, highlighting the complexities of criticism in a post-World War II context. A significant chapter focuses on Derrida's impact on the understanding of religion, while the Afterword discusses the Romantic notion of the fragment and its relevance to modern discourses. The work underscores the critical importance of the critic's multifaceted approach today.