Mimesis : the representation of reality in western literature
Auerbach, Erich, 1892-19572013
Books, Manuscripts
Erich Auerbach's 'Mimesis' still stands as a monumental achievement in literary criticism which has taught generations how to read Western literature. This expanded edition includes an introductory essay by Edward Said, and an essay by Auerbach, translated into English, in which he responds to his critics.
Main title:
Mimesis : the representation of reality in western literature / Erich Auerbach ; translated from the German by Willard R. Trask ; introduction by Edward W. Said.
Author:
Auerbach, Erich, 1892-1957, authorTrask, Willard R. (Willard Ropes), 1900-1980, translator
Edition:
New edition.
Imprint:
Princeton, New Jersey : Princeton University Press, 2013.Princeton, New Jersey : Princeton University Press, 2013.
Collation:
612 pages ; 22 cm
ISBN:
9780691160221 (pbk)
Dewey class:
809.912
Local class:
809.912
Language:
EnglishGerman
BRN:
1216163