{"title":"Mary Klages","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMary Klages\u003c\/strong\u003e offers insightful explorations into the world of literary theory, making complex concepts accessible to both newcomers and seasoned readers. Her works delve into the essential frameworks that shape literary analysis, providing clear guidance on critical approaches and cultural contexts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e realm, Klages’ books serve as valuable resources for understanding the underpinnings of literature and its interpretations. Readers can expect engaging, well-structured introductions and comprehensive guides that illuminate the fundamentals of literary study.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"literary-theory-the-complete-guide-by-mary-klages-9781472592743","title":"Literary Theory: The Complete Guide","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBringing together Mary Klages's bestselling introductory books \u003ci\u003eLiterary Theory: A Guide for the Perplexed\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eKey Terms in Literary Theory\u003c\/i\u003e into one fully integrated and substantially revised, expanded and updated volume, this is an accessible and authoritative guide for anyone entering the often bewildering world of literary theory for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eLiterary Theory: The Complete Guide\u003c\/i\u003e includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  · Accessible chapters on all the major schools of theory from deconstruction through psychoanalytic criticism to Marxism and postcolonialism.\u003cbr\u003e\n  · New chapters introducing ecocriticism and biographies.\u003cbr\u003e\n  · Expanded and updated guides to feminist theory, queer theory, postmodernism and globalisation.\u003cbr\u003e\n  · New and fully integrated extracts of theoretical and literary texts to guide students through their use of theory.\u003cbr\u003e\n  · Accessible coverage of major theorists such as Saussure, Freud, Lacan, Foucault, Cixous, Deleuze and Guattari, and Bhabha.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach chapter now includes reflection questions for class discussion or independent study and a cross-referenced glossary of key terms covered, as well as updated guides to further reading on each topic. \u003ci\u003eLiterary Theory: The Complete Guide\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential starting point for students of critical theory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47424817168620,"sku":"9781472592743","price":41.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781472592743.jpg?v=1774768304"},{"product_id":"literary-theory-for-beginners-by-mary-klages-9781939994608","title":"Literary Theory for Beginners","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave you heard the terms 'structuralism', 'deconstruction', and 'postmodernism' but aren't really sure what they mean? 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Her breadth of knowledge, her unique skills as a teacher, and the delightful illustrations of Frank Reynoso help us understand why literature matters, how it affects us, and how it reflects history, culture, and diversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHere are ways of thinking about literature - not just reading it - methods of study and frameworks of interpretation from classical humanism all the way up to psychoanalysis, gender and queer theory, race, post-colonialism and, yes, postmodernism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith wit and wisdom, Klages takes on the two most frequently asked questions about literature and makes it all fun:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the work MEAN?\u003c\/strong\u003e (What is the deeper, hidden or symbolic meaning? Did the author intend all these meanings? Are any and all meanings present in the text? 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