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Mimesis: The Representation of Reality in Western Literature - New and Expanded Edition (Princeton Classics)
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A brilliant display of erudition, wit, and wisdom, his exploration of how great European writers from Homer to Virginia Woolf depict reality has taught generations how to read Western literature.
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Comprehensive Analysis
This expanded edition offers an in-depth exploration of how reality is portrayed in Western literature, providing critical insights that appeal to scholars and literature enthusiasts alike.
Historical Context
The book situates literary works within their historical contexts, enhancing understanding of the evolution of representation in literature, making it valuable for students and educators.
Princeton Classics Series
As part of the esteemed Princeton Classics, this edition combines authoritative scholarship with accessibility, ensuring it appeals to both academics and casual readers seeking rich literary analysis.
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- The classic book that has taught generations how to read Western literatureMore than half a century after its translation into English, Erich Auerbach’s Mimesis remains a masterpiece of literary criticism. A brilliant display of erudition, wit, and wisdom, his exploration of how great European writers from Homer to Virginia Woolf depict reality has taught generations how to read Western literature.A German Jew who was forced out of his professorship at the University of Marburg in 1935, Auerbach left for Turkey, where he taught in Istanbul. There he wrote Mimesis, publishing it in German after the war. Displaced as he was, Auerbach produced a work of great erudition that contains no footnotes, basing his arguments instead on searching, illuminating readings of key passages from his primary texts. His aim was to show how, from antiquity to modernity, literature progresses toward ever more naturalistic and democratic forms of representation. Ranging over works in Greek, Latin, Spanish, French, Italian, German, and English, Auerbach uses his remarkable skills in philology and comparative literature to present an optimistic view of Western history and culture and to refute any narrow form of nationalism or chauvinism.This expanded Princeton Classics edition of Mimesis includes a substantial introduction by Edward Said as well as an essay in which Auerbach responds to his critics.
| Publisher | Princeton University Press |
| Publication date | October 6, 2013 |
| Edition | New and Expanded |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 616 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0691160228 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0691160221 |
| Item Weight | 1.38 pounds (630 grams) |
| Dimensions | 5.6 x 1.59 x 8.45 inches (14.2 x 4 x 21.5 cm) |
| Part of series | Princeton Classics |
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Literature Students
Provides an in-depth analysis of literary representation, crucial for students studying Western literature's evolution and theories.
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Academic Researchers
Offers valuable insights for researchers exploring the dynamics of representation in literature across historical contexts.
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Philosophy Enthusiasts
Engages readers interested in philosophical themes, particularly those related to reality and representation in art and literature.
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Casual Readers
Might be too dense and academic for those looking for light reading or entertainment in literature.
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Answer: The expanded Princeton Classics edition includes additional commentary and essays.
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- Erich Auerbach's 'Mimesis' is a cornerstone of literary criticism.
- Explores realism in works from Homer to Virginia Woolf.
- Auerbach's insights are based on close readings without footnotes.
- The book reflects an optimistic view of Western literature and culture.
- Includes an introduction by Edward Said and Auerbach's response to critics.
- Ideal for anyone looking to enhance their understanding of literary evolution.
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