Uses of Literature

“The life of a literary work depends on readers whose existence it confirms or (the valuable possibility) augments,” writes Monroe Engel. The essays collected here concern the related thesis that “the vitality of the literary enterprise is related to its usability, its capacity to strengthen or alter our options.” The first group of essays is theoretical―discussion of habit, originality, religious perspectives, and self-evaluation. The second group approaches specific issues and authors within the American context. The collection concludes with five essays on teaching literature to students whose previous literary exposure has been limited.Author: Engel, M,author Contributors: Engel, M,author Binding: paperback Publication Date: Release Date: Languages: English,Published,English,Original Language,Englis Published/Release Date: 1 Jan 1973 Format: Paperback / softback Publisher/Studio/Brand: Harvard University Press Author/Director/Artist: Monroe Engel Dimension (cm): 210x140x18 mm Package Dimension (cm): 18x210x140 mm Item Weight (g): 340 Package Weight (g): 340