Items related to Literature against itself: Literary ideas in modern...
Synopsis
Since its first publication more than fifteen years ago, Literature Against Itself has achieved wide recognition as the first major critique of post-1960s cultural radicalism―and still, one of the best. In it, Gerald Graff argues that the reigning strategies for defending literature now end up by trivializing it, and he analyzes why and how they have gone wrong. He charges that our leading literary critics, whether they claim to be traditionalists or innovators, have taken positions that ultimately undermine the authority of art, literature, and criticism itself. "An extraordinarily important book, biting and cogent on every page."―Robert Boyers, Salmagundi. "In this recoil from the current anarchy of interpretation, Graff has affirmed that `literary thinking is inseparable from social and moral thinking."'―New York Times Book Review. "A wonderfully trenchant and illuminating inquiry... the shrewdness and cogency of his commentary are constantly arresting."―Virginia Quarterly Review.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Gerald Graff is George M. Pullman Professor of English and Education at the University of Chicago. His other books include Beyond the Culture Wars, Professing Literature, and The Myth of Cultural Decline.
Review
A wonderfully trenchant and illuminating inquiry...the shrewdness and cogency of his commentary are constantly arresting. (Virginia Quarterly Review)
Indispensable. (CHOICE)
An extraordinarily important book, biting and cogent on every page. (Robert Boyers Salmagundi)
In this recoil from the current anarchy of interpretation, Graff has affirmed that ėliterary thinking is inseparable from social and moral thinking. (The New York Times)
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherUniversity of Chicago Press
- Publication date1979
- ISBN 10 0226306003
- ISBN 13 9780226306001
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages260
- Rating
Buy New
Learn more about this copy
US$ 88.15
Shipping:
US$ 4.25
Within U.S.A.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
Literature against itself: Literary ideas in modern society
Published by
University of Chicago Press, 1979
ISBN 10: 0226306003
ISBN 13: 9780226306001
Used
Hardcover
Seller: SecondSale, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Acceptable. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00048329400
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Literature against itself: Literary ideas in modern society
Published by
University of Chicago Press (edition Later prt.), 1979
ISBN 10: 0226306003
ISBN 13: 9780226306001
Used
Hardcover
Seller: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Good. Later prt. Ship within 24hrs. Satisfaction 100% guaranteed. APO/FPO addresses supported. Seller Inventory # 0226306003-11-1
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Literature Against Itself: Literary Ideas in Modern Society
Published by
University of Chicago Press, 1979
ISBN 10: 0226306003
ISBN 13: 9780226306001
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Good condition. Good dust jacket. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Seller Inventory # Q09S-00224
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Literature Against Itself: Literary Ideas in Modern Society
Published by
University of Chicago Press, 1979
ISBN 10: 0226306003
ISBN 13: 9780226306001
Used
Hardcover
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Missing dust jacket; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less 0.5. Seller Inventory # G0226306003I3N01
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Literature Against Itself: Literary Ideas in Modern Society
Published by
University of Chicago Press, 1979
ISBN 10: 0226306003
ISBN 13: 9780226306001
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Books From California, Simi Valley, CA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Good. Seller Inventory # mon0003482772
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Literature Against Itself: Literary Ideas in Modern Society
Published by
University of Chicago Press May 1979, 1979
ISBN 10: 0226306003
ISBN 13: 9780226306001
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Dunaway Books, St. Louis, MO, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Acceptable. Seller Inventory # 87758
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Literature Against Itself: Literary Ideas in Modern Society
Published by
University of Chicago Press, USA, 1979
ISBN 10: 0226306003
ISBN 13: 9780226306001
Used
Hardcover
First Edition
Seller: NightsendBooks, Concord, CA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. CAN'T FIND (illustrator). First Edition. 1st EDITION & 1st PRINTING. This copy is Good; the text is clear, bright, but with marks, a few underlinings,and marginalia; also previous owner's name top fep; binding is tight, but edges show some age. . The jacket is also Good; intact, including very good color and design, but some wear on cover edges and top and bottom spine. We have a five star rating because of our fulfilment success and because our descriptions are accurate. We ship all books to U.S. buyers with Tracking. We guarantee: NO NASTY SURPRISES. Seller Inventory # 004825
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Literature Against Itself: Literary Ideas in Modern Society
Published by
University of Chicago Press, 1979
ISBN 10: 0226306003
ISBN 13: 9780226306001
Used
Soft cover
Seller: SuzyQBooks, Salt Lake City, UT, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Pages clean. Seller Inventory # 011870
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Literature Against Itself: Literary Ideas in Modern Society
Published by
University of Chicago Press, Chicago, 1979
ISBN 10: 0226306003
ISBN 13: 9780226306001
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Hourglass Books, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good, Not Price Clipped. American First. First edition, first printing as evidenced by a complete number line from 1 to 5; some edge wear to boards and dust jacket; one crease on front dj flap; otherwise a solid, clean copy with no marking or underlining; collectable condition; dust jacket is now protected by a Brodart sleeve. Book. Seller Inventory # 001690
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Literature against itself: Literary ideas in modern society
Published by
University of Chicago Press, 1979
ISBN 10: 0226306003
ISBN 13: 9780226306001
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Robinson Street Books, IOBA, Binghamton, NY, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Good. Prompt shipment, with tracking. we ship in CLEAN SECURE BOXES NEW BOXES Some underlining, extensive notes on endpapers else good in good torn chipped dust jacket. *. Seller Inventory # ware43ro393
Quantity: 1 available