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The category "Intentional Fallacy" in the context of books would encompass works that explore the concept of separating an author's intentions from the interpretation of their work. This genre would include literary criticism, philosophical essays, and theoretical analyses that challenge readers to engage with texts independently of the author's stated or presumed objectives. Books in this category might delve into the history and implications of the intentional fallacy, a term popularized by W.K. Wimsatt and Monroe Beardsley, which argues that a creator's intentions should not dictate the meaning or value of their work. Readers would be encouraged to focus on the text itself, examining how meaning is constructed through language, form, and reader interaction, rather than relying on external authorial context. This genre would appeal to those interested in literary theory, hermeneutics, and the broader debates surrounding authorial intent and textual interpretation.

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