Routledge Laurence Sterne (Longman Critical Readers) - Books

Explore the profound impact of Laurence Sterne on the history of the modern novel. As part of the Longman Critical Readers series from Routledge, this volume examines how Sterne's writing influenced major literary figures from Joyce to Woolf. While the eighteenth century saw the rise of novelists like Richardson, Defoe, and Fielding, Sterne's unique style stands apart in its influence on modern literature. This collection addresses the significant debates that have emerged over the last twenty years. It provides essential material for those studying how Sterne's work connects to modern literary theory. Readers can engage with contemporary perspectives on gender, sexuality, postmodernism, and deconstruction through the lens of his major works. This book is a necessary resource for students and scholars looking to understand Sterne's place in the evolution of the novel and his lasting legacy in literary criticism.