Description
Book SynopsisReflecting the profound impact of critical theory on the study of the humanities, this collection of original essays examines the texts and artifacts of the Anglo-Saxon period through key theoretical terms such as ethnicity' and gender'.
- Explores the interplay between critical theory and Anglo-Saxon studies
- Theoretical framework will appeal to specialist scholars as well as those new to the field
- Includes an afterword on the value of the dialogue between Anglo-Saxon studies and critical theory
Trade Review“The essays are written in a consistently clear and informative manner that will engage students and scholars alike. Summing Up. Highly recommended. Upper-division undergraduates through faculty.” (Choice, 1 September 2013)
Table of ContentsList of Figures vii
Notes on Contributors ix
Acknowledgments xiii
Introduction 1
Jacqueline Stodnick and Rene´e R. Trilling
1 Borders 9
Elaine Treharne
2 Disability 23
Christina Lee
3 Gender 39
Stacy S. Klein
4 Hegemony 55
Robin Norris
5 Historicism 69
Scott Thompson Smith
6 Law and Justice 85
Andrew Rabin
7 Literacy 99
R. M. Liuzza
8 Masculinity 115
D. M. Hadley
9 Media 133
Martin K. Foys
10 Postcolonial 149
Catherine E. Karkov
11 Race and Ethnicity 165
Stephen Harris
12 Sex and Sexuality 181
Carol Braun Pasternack
13 Space and Place 197
Andrew Scheil
14 Time 215
Kathleen Davis
15 Violence 235
Mary Louise Fellows
16 Visual Culture 251
Benjamin C. Withers
17 Women 265
Helene Scheck and Virginia Blanton
18 Writing 281
E. J. Christie
Index 295
