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Thinking in Circles: An Essay on Ring Composition (The Terry Lectures Series),Used
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Exploring beyond the usual boundaries of social anthropology, a leader in the field shows why our readings of ancient literary texts may be off the markMany famous antique texts are misunderstood and many others have been completely dismissed, all because the literary style in which they were written is unfamiliar today. So argues Mary Douglas in this controversial study of ring composition, a technique which places the meaning of a text in the middle, framed by a beginning and ending in parallel. To read a ring composition in the modern linear fashion is to misinterpret it, Douglas contends, and todays scholars must reevaluate important antique texts from around the world.Found in the Bible and in writings from as far afield as Egypt, China, Indonesia, Greece, and Russia, ring composition is too widespread to have come from a single source. Does it perhaps derive from the way the brain works? What is its function in social contexts? The author examines ring composition, its principles and functions, in a crosscultural way. She focuses on ring composition in Homers Iliad, the Bibles book of Numbers, and, for a challenging modern example, Laurence Sternes Tristram Shandy, developing a persuasive argument for reconstruing famous books and rereading neglected ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Thinking in Circles: An Essay on Ring Composition' about? A: 'Thinking in Circles' delves into the concept of ring composition, arguing that many ancient texts are misinterpreted when read in a modern linear fashion. The author, Mary Douglas, explores how this literary technique influences the meaning and structure of texts across various cultures.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Mary Douglas, a prominent figure in social anthropology known for her contributions to literary analysis and cultural studies.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'Thinking in Circles' was published on September 28, 2010.
- Q: What is the edition of this book? A: This is the First Edition of 'Thinking in Circles: An Essay on Ring Composition'.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 192 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in New condition.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'Thinking in Circles' is categorized under Essays.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: What literary texts does the author analyze? A: Mary Douglas examines various texts, including the Iliad, the Bible's book of Numbers, and Laurence Sterne's Tristram Shandy, to illustrate the principles of ring composition.
- Q: Why is ring composition significant in literary studies? A: Ring composition is significant because it reveals how texts are structured and how meaning is conveyed, challenging traditional interpretations and encouraging a reevaluation of ancient literature.