The Textual Condition by Jerome J. McGann
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This insightful work delves into the intricate relationship between texts and their material forms, exploring how the physical and historical contexts of a text influence its interpretation and meaning. It challenges traditional notions of textual authority by emphasizing the role of editors, publishers, and readers in shaping a text's life and legacy. Through a series of case studies, the book highlights the dynamic and often collaborative nature of textual production, urging a reevaluation of how we understand and engage with written works in both literary and scholarly contexts.
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- Published
- 1991
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- English
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