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Book SynopsisEmphasising the significance of F.R. Leavis to the work of all contemporary theorists and to literature in general, this study is an invaluable guide to one of the core figures in literary and critical theory.
Trade Review‘informative, succint, circumspect; an exacting introduction to Leavis as an incisive master critic. Ideal for today’s students and general readers’ – Chris Terry, Times Higher Education
'Informative, succinct, circumspect; an exacting introduction to Leavis as an incisive master critic. Ideal for today's students and general readers.'- Chris Terry, Times Higher Education Supplement
Table of ContentsWhy Leavis? Key Ideas 1. ‘What is Leavis?’ 2. Literary Criticism, Theory and Philosophy 3. Culture 4. New Bearings 5. Great Traditions 6. Close Reading 7. English, Education and the University 8. ‘Life’. After Leavis. Further Reading
