Genre Origins
Genre Origins explores the historical development of major literary genres—drama, poetry, and the essay—uncovering the social, political, and intellectual contexts that shaped their evolution. By examining literary history through the lens of cultural studies, the book argues that these forms are not merely artistic inventions but are deeply intertwined with historical and cultural conditions. Rea...
Genre Origins explores the historical development of major literary genres—drama, poetry, and the essay—uncovering the social, political, and intellectual contexts that shaped their evolution. By examining literary history through the lens of cultural studies, the book argues that these forms are not merely artistic inventions but are deeply intertwined with historical and cultural conditions. Rea...
