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Literary Theory An Introduction by Terry Eagleton - Coggle Diagram
Literary Theory An Introduction by Terry Eagleton
Why "Literature is 'Non-Pragmatic writing'" falls short (DB3)
consumption depends on personal intent/reasons
dependent on purpose for reading
exclusion and inclusion of literary works
intertwined with social realities, providing unique meaning and transformative insights into sociopolitical issues
for example, dystopian fiction reflects sociopolitical realities which allows readers to be critical and perceptive
literature can be political and a weapon in addressing social issues
the distinction between pragmatic and non-pragmatic writing is fluid
Why "Literature uses Extraordinary Language" is un(true) (DB2)
untrue
the concept of ordinary speech varies too much for literature to be defined by its deviation from it
literature can be straightforward, sometimes needing technical terms and precise details
the inconsistencies of what is considered ordinary speech in different languages and cultures
true
the use of language in literature has an artistic appeal which differs from language used in ordinary conversation
in addition to the distinction it creates, extraordinary language adds a "special touch" to the literature
works in poetry and fantasy genres exemplify literature's deviation from normative language
Why "Literature is Merely Imaginative Writing" is (un)true (DB1)
untrue
an overlap exists between "factual" and "imaginative writing"
literature can stem from reality: historical accounts, essays, non-fiction works
literature’s definition is influenced by societal values and context, not just by its imaginative or factual content
true
Literature as a Mode of Reading (DB4)
status is subjective and changes with readers' perspectives and context over time
definition relies on reader judgment, not inherent text qualities
Literature’s Non-Definition (DB5)
historical and sociological context of the text
values are linked to ideology
value-judgements and power structures are linked to each individual’s idealogy/sociological context