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Desire in Language: A Semiotic Approach to Literature and Art,Used
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Desire in Language traces the path of an investigation, extending over a period of ten years, into the semiotics of literature and the arts. But the essays of Julia Kristeva in this volume, though they often deal with literature and art, do not amount to either 'literary criticism' or 'art criticism.' Their concern, writes Kristeva, 'remains intratheoretical: they are based on art and literature in order to subvert the very theoretical, philosophical, or semiological apparatus.'Probing beyond the discoveries of Sigmund Freud, Jacques Lacan, Roman Jakobson and others, Julia Kristeva proposes and tests theories centered on the nature and development of the novel, and on what she has defined as a signifying practice in poetic language and pictural works. Desire in Language fully shows what Roman Jakobson has called Kristeva's 'genuine gift of questioning generally adopted 'axioms,' and her contrary gift of releasing various 'damned questions' from their traditional question marks.'
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Desire in Language' by Julia Kristeva? A: 'Desire in Language' explores the semiotics of literature and art, offering critical essays that challenge traditional theories while probing deeper into the nature and development of narrative and poetic language.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Desire in Language'? A: The author of 'Desire in Language' is Julia Kristeva, a prominent figure in literary theory and semiotics.
- Q: When was 'Desire in Language' published? A: 'Desire in Language' was published on April 15, 1980.
- Q: What is the edition of 'Desire in Language'? A: This is a revised edition of 'Desire in Language'.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Desire in Language' have? A: 'Desire in Language' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Desire in Language'? A: 'Desire in Language' contains a total of 305 pages.
- Q: Is 'Desire in Language' suitable for beginners in literary theory? A: 'Desire in Language' may be more suited for readers with some prior knowledge of literary theory and semiotics, as it engages with complex ideas and theories.
- Q: What are some key themes discussed in 'Desire in Language'? A: Key themes in 'Desire in Language' include the nature of signifying practices, the development of the novel, and challenges to established literary and philosophical frameworks.
- Q: Does 'Desire in Language' include practical examples of literary analysis? A: Yes, the essays in 'Desire in Language' often provide analyses of specific literary and artistic works to illustrate Kristeva's theories.
- Q: What is the condition of the item when purchasing 'Desire in Language'? A: 'Desire in Language' is sold in new condition.