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Routledge Literature and Contingency - Literary Theory Collection

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Explore the profound connection between language and the concept of contingency in this scholarly collection from Routledge. This volume brings together leading literary critics to examine how the world might have been different, focusing on the idea that past events are not set in stone. By analyzing the history of contingency as a literary concept, the book offers deep insights into how we think about possibility and change. Central to late twentieth century European critical and sociological thought, this work addresses how literature, philosophy, and history respond to the unpredictable nature of existence. It is a significant resource for students and scholars interested in how language shapes our understanding of what could have been. This collection provides a rigorous look at the ways different disciplines cope with the idea of the 'otherwise,' making it a valuable addition to any academic library focused on literary theory and movements.

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Features contributions from leading literary critics to provide diverse perspectives on the role of language and contingency.

Examines the history of contingency as a long-standing concept within the field of literary studies.

Analyzes the relationship between literature, philosophy, and history in addressing the nature of possibility.

Focuses on late twentieth century European critical and sociological thinking as a core framework.

Investigates how language functions to help us think about ways the world might be otherwise.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
26 February 2019
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13 November 2018

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