Classical Literary Criticism (Penguin Classics)

This anthology features landmarks in ancient literary criticism with simple translations that help readers understand literature in a better way.In her introduction to Classical Literary Criticism (Penguin Classics), the translator, Penelope Murray, compares and looks into the perspectives of various notable critics throughout history. These critics include Plato, Aristotle, Horace and Longinus.The reissue edition of Classical Literary Criticism (Penguin Classics) was published by Penguin UK in 2001. It is available in paperback format. Key Features: The book is a useful source of reference to classicists, students, writers and anyone interested in further understanding literature.The works in this book, have to a great extent, moulded the history of literary criticism in the Western world and created much of the literary terminology that is still in use today.