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Explore the fascinating world of intertextuality with this comprehensive introduction designed for both scholars and enthusiasts alike. This essential book delves into the pivotal concept of intertextuality, the principle that meaning arises from the relationship between a text and the multitude of other texts it references. With insights from four major thinkers—Julia Kristeva, Roland Barthes, Harold Bloom, and Gerard Genette—this book provides a thorough understanding of their contributions to the discourse surrounding intertextuality. It offers a guided journey through original texts by these influential authors, presenting their groundbreaking ideas in an accessible manner. Furthermore, the author provides a unique perspective on rival French critics, including Angenot, Derrida, Girard, and Ricoeur, who have also shaped the conversation on intertextuality. Highlighting the intricate 'language' of intertextuality, the book illuminates terminology often associated with this vital literary framework. This brand new edition, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2003, spans 256 pages and is perfect for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of literary connections. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780745631219
Year: 2003
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 256
Description:
This book is a comprehensive introduction to the idea of
intertextuality and the debates surrounding it, focusing on the
four key thinkers whose work has been central to these debates -
Kristeva, Barthes, Bloom and Genette.
A comprehensive introduction to 'intertextuality', a term which
describes the idea that meaning only exists between a text and all
the other texts to which it refers and relates.
Focuses on the four key thinkers whose work has been central to
these debates - Kristeva, Barthes, Bloom and Genette, guiding the
reader through the original texts of each of these.
Of special importance is the author?s reading (and
translation) of other parts of Kristeva?s
Semeiotiké.
Takes a fresh approach to the rival French critics - Angenot,
Derrida, Girard and Ricoeur - who also worked on intertexuality and
tackles the 'language' of intertextuality, shining new light on
some of the terminology most commonly associated with this
concept.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780745631219
Year: 2003
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)
Pages: 256
Description:
This book is a comprehensive introduction to the idea of
intertextuality and the debates surrounding it, focusing on the
four key thinkers whose work has been central to these debates -
Kristeva, Barthes, Bloom and Genette.
A comprehensive introduction to 'intertextuality', a term which
describes the idea that meaning only exists between a text and all
the other texts to which it refers and relates.
Focuses on the four key thinkers whose work has been central to
these debates - Kristeva, Barthes, Bloom and Genette, guiding the
reader through the original texts of each of these.
Of special importance is the author?s reading (and
translation) of other parts of Kristeva?s
Semeiotiké.
Takes a fresh approach to the rival French critics - Angenot,
Derrida, Girard and Ricoeur - who also worked on intertexuality and
tackles the 'language' of intertextuality, shining new light on
some of the terminology most commonly associated with this
concept.