Psychoanalysis has contributed to literary criticism by providing insights into the psychological motivations of characters and authors, exploring themes of repression, desire, and the unconscious mind in literature. It has helped critics analyze symbolism, dreams, and language patterns in texts to uncover deeper meanings and interpretations. Psychoanalytic approaches have been used to understand complex relationships between characters, the role of trauma, and how literature reflects the human experience.
Louis Fraiberg has written: 'Psychoanalysis & American literary criticism' -- subject(s): American literature, Criticism, History and criticism, Psychoanalysis, Psychoanalysis and literature, Psychoanalysis in literature, Psychological aspects, Psychological aspects of American literature, United States
Mary Boufis Filou has written: 'Confronting patriarchy' -- subject(s): Criticism and interpretation, Feminist literary criticism, Sex role in literature, Psychoanalysis and literature
Aristotle's contribution to literary criticism is mainly outlined in his work "Poetics." In this text, he defines the key elements of drama, such as plot, character, and spectacle, and discusses their role in creating successful storytelling. He also introduces the concept of catharsis, the purging of emotions through tragedy, which has had a lasting impact on how we understand the effects of literature on audiences.
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Chetan Deshmane has written: 'Wallace Stevens' -- subject(s): Psychoanalysis and literature.., Self in literature, Criticism and interpretation, Psychology, Literary style
Horace, a Roman poet and critic, is known for his work "Ars Poetica" which provided guidelines for poetry. His criticism emphasized clarity, unity, and decorum in literary works, influencing future generations of poets and critics in shaping their writing styles. Horace's emphasis on balance and moderation in art continues to be relevant in contemporary discussions of aesthetics and literary criticism.
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Literary criticism refers to the analysis, evaluation, or interpretation or description of literary works.
Peter L. Rudnytsky is a psychoanalytic literary critic who has written extensively on the intersection of psychoanalysis and literature. Some of his works include "Freud and Oedipus" and "The Psychoanalytic Vocation: Rank, Winnicott, and the Legacy of Freud." Rudnytsky is known for his scholarly contributions to the field of psychoanalytic literary criticism.
Literary criticism is most easily found at university databases. Databases, such as Jstor and Ebsco are replete with literary criticism on Francis Bacon and his contemporaries.
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The publisher of Parnassus: An Innovative Journal of Literary Criticism is Parnassus.