Description
Studies in Theory and Comparative Literature
Book Summary
This work offers a rigorous analysis of the foundations of Literary Theory and Comparative Literature, combining theoretical reflections with concrete case studies. The reader will find an exploration of Poetics, the keys to Rhetoric, and the relationship between poeticity and rhetoricity, applied to authors and literary movements of the 19th and 20th centuries. An essential volume for those seeking to understand the conceptual bases of literary criticism and its historical evolution.
What is it about?
The book is structured into two complementary parts. The first addresses essential aspects of Literary Theory, delving into Poetics as a foundational discipline, breaking down the operational keys of Rhetoric, and analyzing the dialectical tension between poeticity and rhetoricity in literary discourse. The second part applies these theoretical frameworks to Comparative Literature, offering studies that connect works and authors from different traditions and periods, with special attention to 19th and 20th-century poetry and narrative. Through this journey, the author reveals how rhetorical resources and poetic structures shape the meaning and reception of texts.
Main Themes
- Foundations of classical Poetics and their contemporary relevance.
- Analysis of Rhetoric as a tool for constructing literary discourse.
- Relationship between poeticity and rhetoricity in literary creation and criticism.
- Comparative studies of 19th and 20th-century poetry and narrative.
- Methodologies for intertextual analysis and the comparison of literary traditions.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at students and professionals in Philology, Comparative Literature, and Literary Theory, as well as researchers and educators interested in the conceptual bases of literary analysis. It is also highly useful for readers with a background in the humanities who wish to delve deeper into critical tools for interpreting poetic and narrative texts from a comparative perspective.
What this book provides
- A clear systematization of key concepts in Literary Theory, such as Poetics and Rhetoric.
- Methodological tools for the comparative analysis of works from different eras and languages.
- A critical perspective that integrates classical tradition with modern literary currents.
- Practical cases that illustrate the application of theoretical frameworks to specific texts.
- A solid foundation for approaching advanced studies in literary criticism and comparative literature.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Baena Peña, Enrique
- Publisher: Anthropos Editorial
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: Literary essays, Literature: history and criticism, Literary theory, Literary studies: c 1800-c 1900, Literary studies: c 1900-, Literary studies: poetry and poets
- Collection: Autores Textos y Temas
- Binding: Paperback
- Edition Date: December 2016
- Number of pages: 256
- Weight: 320 g
Editorial Assessment
This is a reference academic work that combines theoretical rigor with practical applications, ideal for those seeking a deep understanding of literary mechanisms. Its focus on the relationship between poeticity and rhetoricity offers an original perspective that enriches current critical debate. The clear structure and case studies facilitate its use both in the classroom and in individual research, making it a valuable resource for specialists and advanced students.