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The Oxford Dictionary Of Literary Terms (Oxford Quick Reference),Used
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From Jacques Derrida'S Diffrance To Henry James'S Ficelle, The Vocabulary Of Literary Theory And Criticism Can Seem Difficult If Not Opaque. To Help Remedy The Average Reader'S Bafflement, This New Third Edition Of The Oxford Dictionary Of Literary Terms Provides Succinct And Often Witty Explanations Of Almost Twelve Hundred Terms, Covering Everything From The Ancient Dithyramb To The Contemporary Dub Poetry, From The Popular Bodiceripper To The Aristocratic Masque, And From The Social Realism Of Stalin'S Era To The Magic Realism Of Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Shedding Light On Some Of The Most Troublesome Literary Terms Encountered By Students And General Readers, This Gem Of A Book Offers Increased Coverage Of Many New Coinages From Modern Critical And Theoretical Movements. It Also Provides Extensively Updated Coverage Of Traditional Drama, Rhetoric, Literary History, And Textual Criticism. Throughout, The Author'S Emphasis Is On Helping Readers Use These Terms More Confidently, Whether In Writing Or In Speaking (Easytouse Pronunciation Guides Clarify More Than 200 Potentially Troublesome Terms). In Addition, The Dictionary Is Thoroughly Crossreferenced And Now Offers Web Links Accessed Via A Regularly Updated Companion Website. A Model Reference Book, The Oxford Dictionary Of Literary Terms Will Prove Invaluable For Both General Readers And Literature Students At All Levels.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is The Oxford Dictionary of Literary Terms? A: The Oxford Dictionary of Literary Terms is a comprehensive reference book that provides succinct definitions and explanations for nearly twelve hundred literary terms, ranging from ancient to modern literature.
- Q: Who is the author of this dictionary? A: The author of The Oxford Dictionary of Literary Terms is Chris Baldick, a well-respected figure in the field of literary theory and criticism.
- Q: What topics does this dictionary cover? A: The dictionary covers a wide range of topics in literary theory and criticism, including traditional drama, rhetoric, literary history, and modern theoretical movements.
- Q: How many pages does the dictionary have? A: The Oxford Dictionary of Literary Terms has a total of 384 pages.
- Q: Is this dictionary suitable for beginners in literary studies? A: Yes, it is designed to help both general readers and literature students at all levels understand complex literary terms with clear explanations.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This third edition of The Oxford Dictionary of Literary Terms was published on May 11, 2008.
- Q: Does this dictionary include pronunciation guides? A: Yes, it includes easy-to-use pronunciation guides that clarify over 200 potentially troublesome literary terms.
- Q: Is the dictionary cross-referenced? A: Yes, the dictionary is thoroughly cross-referenced, making it easier for readers to navigate related literary terms.
- Q: What binding type is this dictionary? A: The Oxford Dictionary of Literary Terms is available in a hardcover binding, providing durability and a professional appearance.
- Q: Where can I find additional resources related to this dictionary? A: Additional resources and updates can be accessed through a regularly updated companion website linked in the dictionary.