Poetics

Poetics

Aristotle is credited with writing Poetics, which is considered one of the earliest works of literary criticism. In this text, he analyzes the elements of drama, such as plot, character, and spectacle, laying the foundation for critical evaluation of literature. Aristotle's insights have had a profound influence on the development of literary theory and criticism.

Literary criticism refers to the analysis, evaluation, or interpretation or description of literary works.

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.