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The Prison-House of Language: A Critical Account of Structuralism and Russian Formalism

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Prison-House of Language: A Critical Account of Structuralism and Russian Formalism
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Fredric Jameson
SeriesPrinceton Essays in Literature
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:248
Dimensions(mm): Height 216,Width 140
Category/GenreGrammar and syntax
ISBN/Barcode 9780691013169
ClassificationsDewey:891.709
Audience
Professional & Vocational
Tertiary Education (US: College)

Publishing Details

Publisher Princeton University Press
Imprint Princeton University Press
Publication Date 21 February 1975
Publication Country United States

Description

Fredric Jameson's survey of Structuralism and Russian Formalism is, at the same time, a critique of their basic methodology. He lays bare the presuppositions of the two movements, clarifying the relationship between the synchronic methods of Saussurean linguistics and the realities of time and history.

Reviews

"A densely but lucidly written critique of modern linguistic theory and its application in and implications for formalism and structuralism... The Prison-House of Language ought to be purchased by every library and read by everyone interested in modern thought."--Library Journal