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Manchester University Press Literature and Agency in English Fiction - Manchester Univ Press

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Explore a groundbreaking anthropological study of fiction reading with this unique work from Manchester University Press. As the first ethnography of British literary culture, this book provides a deep look into the lives of solitary readers within a specific literary society. Rather than a traditional biography or a critical study of a single author, this text focuses on the lived experience of reading. It examines the Henry Williamson Society to understand how readers connect with the works of the twentieth-century novelist and nature writer. The research looks at the specific outcomes of the reading process and the different forms of agency that individuals identify through their engagement with literature. This study is an essential resource for those interested in literary theory, cultural studies, and the social aspects of reading. It offers a fresh perspective on how literature functions in the lives of dedicated readers, making it a valuable addition to any academic library or collection focused on literary history and criticism.

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Provides the first anthropological study of fiction reading and the first ethnography of British literary culture.

Focuses on the lived experiences of members within the Henry Williamson Society to understand reader agency.

Offers a unique perspective by examining the outcomes of reading rather than providing a standard biography.

Explores the connection between readers and the works of twentieth-century novelist and nature writer Henry Williamson.

Serves as a specialized resource for scholars of literary theory, movements, and cultural ethnography.

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Brand: Manchester University Press
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 0719084547
Category: Books > Subjects > Poetry, Drama & Criticism > History & Criticism > Literary Theory & Movements
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 30 September 2011
Listed Since: 21 December 2010

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