Poets, Princes, and Private Citizens: Literary Alternatives to Postmodern Politics - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0847682005 ISBN 13: 9780847682003

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, 1996

Synopsis

This collection of original and insightful essays was written by teachers seeking to restore literature as a powerful teaching tool in the undergraduate classroom. This book rejects postmodern theorizing, opting instead to assert that great poets, playwrights, and novelists self-consciously intended to impart compelling moral and political lessons. The essays focus on fundamental questions such as: What is justice? What does it mean to be a good human being? What are the strengths and weaknesses of a particular form of government? and, How are we to understand and resolve the tensions between private affections and public responsibilities? This is important reading for anyone concerned about the impact of postmodern literary analysis.

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About the Author

Joseph M. Knippenberg is associate professor of politics at Oglethorpe University. Peter A. Lawler is professor of political science at Berry College.

Edition details

• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
• Publication date: 1996
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0847682005
• ISBN 13: 9780847682003
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 288
• Editor: Knippenberg Joseph M.