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The Imaginary Library: An Essay on Literature and Society

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Imaginary Library: An Essay on Literature and Society
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Alvin B. Kernan
SeriesPrinceton Legacy Library
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:196
Dimensions(mm): Height 229,Width 152
Category/GenreLiterary theory
ISBN/Barcode 9780691614564
ClassificationsDewey:801
Audience
Tertiary Education (US: College)
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Princeton University Press
Imprint Princeton University Press
Publication Date 14 July 2014
Publication Country United States

Description

In this speculative treatment of literature as a social institution, Alvin B. Kernan explores the inability of contemporary writers and critics to maintain a literary vision in a society that denies their values and methods. Originally published in 1982. The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make availab