Modern Literary Criticism: An Anthology by Irving Howe (Vintage 1961 Edition)

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“Modern Literary Criticism: An Anthology” is a collection of essays edited by Irving Howe. Irving Howe (1920–1993) was an American literary and social critic, as well as a prolific author and professor. The anthology, first published in 1950 and revised in subsequent editions, compiles a selection of influential essays and writings by various literary critics.

The purpose of the anthology is to provide readers with a comprehensive overview of the evolution of literary criticism in the 20th century. The selected writings cover a wide range of critical approaches and perspectives, offering insights into various schools of thought and the changing landscape of literary analysis.