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What event highlighted the urgency for critical reading in modern times?
What event highlighted the urgency for critical reading in modern times?
Why is critical reading deemed necessary for understanding our own culture?
Why is critical reading deemed necessary for understanding our own culture?
It helps us understand our past and the documents that furnish our identity.
The study of the humanities is considered a luxury.
The study of the humanities is considered a luxury.
False
Which of the following texts are mentioned as important to study for understanding moral and political values?
Which of the following texts are mentioned as important to study for understanding moral and political values?
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What does the discipline of literary criticism involve?
What does the discipline of literary criticism involve?
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The methodology of this book is based on five basic ______.
The methodology of this book is based on five basic ______.
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Philosophy has no influence on modern literary criticism and theory.
Philosophy has no influence on modern literary criticism and theory.
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Study Notes
Introduction
- Critical reading is crucial in today's world, especially after events like September 11, 2001
- Understanding diverse voices, both present and past, is vital for interpreting the present
- Studying humanities, including history and culture, is essential for understanding our own values
- Engaging with sources like the Bible, Plato, Greek tragedy, Shakespeare, and the Qur'an can illuminate the roots of present conflicts
- Critical reading involves more than just analyzing words; it requires understanding the context of a text, including its purpose, intended audience, and historical/cultural circumstances
- Critical reading is key to countering misinformation and harmful ideologies
Methodology of the Book
- The book utilizes five guiding principles to approach literary criticism
- It contextualizes literary criticism within the broader framework of Western thought
- It connects literary criticism to major philosophical systems (Plato, Aristotle, Kant, Hegel)
- It emphasizes the importance of understanding philosophical concepts to comprehend literary theory
- The book prioritizes close readings of primary texts, focusing on their historical and cultural context
- The book aims to provide a clear and accessible introduction to literary criticism, avoiding jargon and connecting with the contemporary student
Ancient Greek Criticism
- Greek criticism has a long history, originating in ancient Greece around 800 B.C.
- Early forms of criticism were connected to the performative nature of poetry
- Key figures in Classical Greek criticism include Homer, Hesiod, Archilochus, Ibycus, Alcaeus, Sappho, and others.
- Significant developments in drama and literary criticism emerged concurrently with the rise of Athenian democracy.
- Philosophers like Plato and Aristotle shaped the philosophical foundations of Western thought (with an emphasis on the role of reason, truth, and virtue)
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Explore the essential role of critical reading in understanding diverse voices and historical contexts. This quiz delves into how literature and philosophy intersect, enriching our comprehension of contemporary issues. Engage with texts that illuminate the roots of modern conflicts and engage with profound ideas.
