Middleton, Tim
The popular yet complex work of Joseph Conrad has attracted much critical attention over the years, from the perspectives of postcolonial, modernist, cultural and gender studies. This guide to his compelling work presents:
- an accessible introduction to the contexts and many interpretations of Conrad´s texts, from publication to the present
- an introduction to key critical texts and perspectives on Conrad´s life and work, situated in a broader critical history
- cross-references between sections of the guide, in order to suggest links between texts, contexts and criticism
- suggestions for further reading.
Part of the Routledge Guides to Literature series, this volume is essential reading for all those beginning detailed study of Joseph Conrad and seeking not only a guide to his works, but also a way through the wealth of contextual and critical material that surrounds them.
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Conrad's texts are very widely studied, but also very complex, so such a guide will be invaluable to students
Much work has been written on Conrad and this book can guide readers through from the earliest critical material, to the most recent
This book offers guidance through many of Conrad's texts, focusing on themes, contexts and advice for secondary reading
Part of the Routledge Guides to Literature series, this book clarifies, without simplifying, the work and times of Conrad in an accessible manner
Introduction. Part 1: Life and Contexts Part 2: Works Part 3: Criticism Appendix. Joseph Conrad: Life and Works. An Annotated Contextual Chronology. Bibliography
Exploring the many interpretations of Conrad´s texts from publication to present, Tim Middleton´s fascinating guide cuts a path through the wealth of contextual and critical material that surrounds this great writer´s notoriously complex work.
'This is an excellent starting point for students who are new to Conrad's work - and a refresher course for those who would like to keep up to date with criticism.' - Roy Johnson, Mantex
The popular work of Joseph Conrad has attracted critical attention from the perspectives of postcolonial, modernist, cultural and gender studies. This guide to his work presents an introduction to the contexts and interpretations of Conrad's texts. It also presents an introduction to key perspectives on Conrad's life and work.
Über den Autor
Middleton, Tim
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Introduction. Part 1: Life and Contexts Part 2: Works Part 3: Criticism Appendix. Joseph Conrad: Life and Works. An Annotated Contextual Chronology. Bibliography
Klappentext
The popular work of Joseph Conrad has attracted critical attention from the perspectives of postcolonial, modernist, cultural and gender studies. This guide to his work presents an introduction to the contexts and interpretations of Conrad's texts. It also presents an introduction to key perspectives on Conrad's life and work.
