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The Open Work,New
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More than twenty years after its original appearance in Italian, The Open Work remains significant for its powerful concept of 'openness'the artist's decision to leave arrangements of some constituents of a work to the public or to chanceand for its striking anticipation of two major themes of contemporary literary theory: the element of multiplicity and plurality in art, and the insistence on literary response as an interactive process between reader and text. The questions Umberto Eco raises, and the answers he suggests, are intertwined in the continuing debate on literature, art, and culture in general.This entirely new edition, edited for the Englishlanguage audience with the approval of Eco himself, includes an authoritative introduction by David Robey that explores Eco's thought at the period of The Open Work, prior to his absorption in semiotics. The book now contains key essays on Eco's mentor Luigi Pareyson, on television and mass culture, and on the politics of art. Harvard University Press will publish separately and simultaneously the extended study of James Joyce that was originally part of The Open Work, entitled The Aesthetics of Chaosmos: The Middle Ages of James Joyce. The Open Work explores a set of issues in aesthetics that remain central to critical theory, and does so in a characteristically vivid style. Eco's convincing manner of presenting ideas and his instinct for the lively example are threaded compellingly throughout. This book is at once a major treatise in modern aesthetics and an excellent introduction to Eco's thought.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Open Work' by Umberto Eco? A: 'The Open Work' explores the concept of 'openness' in art, emphasizing the role of the audience in interpreting a work and the multiplicity of meanings that can arise.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Open Work'? A: The author of 'The Open Work' is Umberto Eco, a prominent Italian literary theorist, philosopher, and novelist.
- Q: When was 'The Open Work' first published? A: 'The Open Work' was originally published in Italian over twenty years ago and has been updated for English-speaking audiences since its release on April 3, 1989.
- Q: What can readers expect from the introduction of this edition? A: The introduction, written by David Robey, provides insights into Eco's thoughts during the period of 'The Open Work' and discusses the relevant themes of aesthetics and critical theory.
- Q: What is the condition of the used copy of 'The Open Work'? A: The used copy of 'The Open Work' is in good condition, indicating it has been previously owned but remains readable and intact.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Open Work'? A: 'The Open Work' contains 320 pages, offering an in-depth exploration of its themes and concepts.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition of 'The Open Work' have? A: This edition of 'The Open Work' is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and portable.
- Q: Does 'The Open Work' include any critical essays? A: 'The Open Work' includes key essays on topics related to Eco's mentor, Luigi Pareyson, as well as discussions on television, mass culture, and the politics of art.
- Q: Is 'The Open Work' suitable for someone new to literary theory? A: Yes, 'The Open Work' serves as an excellent introduction to Eco's thought and modern aesthetics, making it accessible for readers new to literary theory.
- Q: What are the major themes addressed in 'The Open Work'? A: 'The Open Work' addresses themes of multiplicity, plurality in art, and the interactive relationship between reader and text, which are central to contemporary literary theory.