Literature and Society Selected Papers from the English Institute 1978 1st edition by Professor Edward Said ISBN 0801822947 9780801822940

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ISBN 10:       0801822947
ISBN 13: 978-0801822940
Author:         Professor Edward W. Said

Literature and Society: Selected Papers from the English Institute 1978 is a collection of thought-provoking essays that explore the dynamic interplay between literature and the social forces that shape it. Published by the English Institute, this volume brings together leading scholars who examine how literature both reflects and influences societal structures, ideologies, and cultural norms across historical periods and genres.

The essays address key topics such as the social role of the poet during the Renaissance, the emergence of the novel within the context of market forces, the relationship between Romanticism and public consciousness, and the representation of class, gender, and race in literary works. Additionally, the collection delves into modernist depictions of urban landscapes, the politics of literary form, and the impact of colonialism on the English literary canon.

With contributions from influential thinkers like Stephen Greenblatt, Elaine Showalter, Fredric Jameson, and Edward Said, the volume offers a multi-faceted approach to understanding literature as both a product of its time and a powerful force for shaping cultural and social discourse. The book concludes with reflections on the potential of literature to inspire social change and engage with pressing contemporary issues, including race, environmental crises, and global inequality.

Key Themes and Features:

• Examines literature as a mirror and agent of social change.
• Offers historical and theoretical perspectives on literature’s relationship with societal structures.
• Features diverse approaches to literary analysis, including Marxist, feminist, and postcolonial critiques.
• Engages with a wide range of literary periods and genres, from Renaissance poetry to postmodern fiction.

This collection is an invaluable resource for scholars and students of literature, cultural studies, and history, offering deep insights into the ways literature interacts with and contributes to the fabric of society.

Literature and Society: Selected Papers from the English Institute 1978 1st  Table of contents:

Part I: Historical Perspectives on Literature and Society

1. The Social Role of the Poet in the Renaissance

   • Author: Stephen Greenblatt
   • Examines how Renaissance poets engaged with social and political structures.

2. Eighteenth-Century Fiction and the Market

   • Author: John Richetti
   • Discusses the rise of the novel in the context of commercial publishing.

3. Romanticism and the Idea of the Public

   • Author: Marilyn Butler
   • Explores Romantic writers’ shifting relationships with their audience.

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Part II: The Literary Text as Social Document

4. The Representation of Class in Victorian Novels

   • Author: Raymond Williams
   • Analyzes depictions of class structures in Victorian literature.

5. Women and the Domestic Sphere in 19th-Century Fiction

   • Author: Elaine Showalter
   • Investigates the role of gender and domesticity in shaping narratives.

6. Urban Landscapes in Modernist Poetry

   • Author: Hugh Kenner
   • Considers the city as a central theme in modernist works.

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Part III: Literature, Ideology, and Power

7. The Politics of Form in Twentieth-Century Literature

   • Author: Fredric Jameson
   • Examines the intersection of literary forms and political ideologies.

8. Colonialism and the English Literary Canon

   • Author: Edward Said
   • Discusses how colonial narratives shaped English literature.

9. Subversive Narratives in Postmodern Fiction

   • Author: Linda Hutcheon
   • Focuses on the ways postmodern literature challenges societal norms.

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Part IV: Literature and Contemporary Social Issues

10. Race and Representation in American Literature

• Author: Henry Louis Gates Jr.
• Explores racial themes and their impact on American literary traditions.

11. Environmental Crisis and Literary Imagination

• Author: Jonathan Bate
• Investigates ecological concerns reflected in contemporary literature.

12. The Role of Literature in Social Change

• Author: Barbara Foley
• Examines how literature can inspire activism and reform.

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