Anatomy Of Criticism by Northrop Frye
Four Essays
The book presents a comprehensive framework for understanding and analyzing literature through a systematic approach to literary criticism. It proposes four main modes of criticism—historical, ethical, archetypal, and rhetorical—each offering a different lens through which to interpret texts. By categorizing literature into various genres and modes, the work aims to uncover the underlying structures and patterns that shape all literary works, ultimately seeking to elevate literary criticism to the level of a science.
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- Published
- 1957
- Nationality
- Canadian
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 383
- Original Language
- English
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