English Fiction & Prose Literature - General & Miscellaneous - Literary Criticism, Modern Philosophy - 20th Century, 20th Century Irish Fiction & Prose Literature - Literary Criticism, Literary Theory - General & Miscellaneous, Literary Theory - Major Sch
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Overview
In a lively and provocative fashion, Peculiar Language addresses some of the most intractable problems implicit in discussions of the language of literature. In Derek Attridge's view, all attempts by writers, critics, and literary theorists to define such language have involved self-contradiction; literary language is both set in opposition to ordinary language and valued for its closeness to authentic speech.
Book Details
Published
December 1, 1988
Publisher
Ithaca, N.Y. : Cornell University Press, 1988.
Pages
288
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780801494079