Key Quotes

Becoming familiar with theory, its fundamentals, and why it matters is enhanced by a knowledge of a few key passages from major theoretical articles and publications. Such passages can be recalled when needed during class discussions, writing essays, and reading through other theoretical texts. The following key passages demonstrate some of the main concepts of literary interpretation, why these concepts are important, and how personal ideologies affect reading.

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What are the fundamentals of contemporary literary interpretation?



Why is literary study at the university worth doing?

  

How does your personal ideology (and the ideologies of others) affect reading?