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“English Critical Essays: Twentieth Century” by Phyllis M Jones is a comprehensive anthology of critical essays written by some of the most influential literary critics of the 20th century. The book offers a valuable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the study of literature.
The essays in the book cover a wide range of literary genres and movements, including modernism, postmodernism, feminist literature, and postcolonial literature. Some of the key authors and critics included in the anthology are T.S. Eliot, Virginia Woolf, W.H. Auden, F.R. Leavis, Harold Bloom, Edward Said, and Homi Bhabha.
The essays are arranged chronologically, allowing readers to trace the development of literary criticism throughout the 20th century. Each essay is accompanied by an introduction that provides historical and cultural context, as well as an overview of the author’s critical approach.
The book also includes a detailed bibliography and a glossary of critical terms, making it a useful reference tool for students and scholars. In addition, the essays themselves offer insights into the literary works they discuss, as well as the broader cultural and historical contexts in which they were produced.
Overall, “English Critical Essays: Twentieth Century” is an indispensable resource for anyone interested in the study of literature and literary criticism. The essays included in the anthology offer a wealth of insights into some of the most important works of literature of the 20th century, as well as the critical debates and controversies that surrounded them.
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