Literary Symbolism: An Introduction to the Interpretation of Literature

Maurice Beebe

ISBN 10: 1258025515 / ISBN 13: 9781258025519

Editore: Literary Licensing, LLC, 2011

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• Titolo: Literary Symbolism: An Introduction to the Interpretation of Literature
• Editore: Literary Licensing, LLC
• Data di pubblicazione: 2011
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1258025515
• ISBN 13: 9781258025519
• Rilegatura: Hardback
• Condizione: New
• Peso: 479 grammi

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""Literary Symbolism: An Introduction to the Interpretation of Literature"" by Maurice Beebe is a comprehensive guide to understanding the complex world of literary symbolism. The book explores the various ways in which symbols are used in literature, and how they can be interpreted to reveal deeper meanings and themes. Beebe provides readers with a detailed analysis of the different types of symbols found in literature, including archetypes, allegories, and metaphors. He also examines the historical and cultural contexts in which these symbols were created, and how they have been used throughout literary history.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of literary symbolism. The first section introduces readers to the concept of symbolism and its importance in literature. Beebe explains how symbols can be used to convey complex ideas and emotions, and how they can be used to create a deeper understanding of a literary work.The second section of the book explores the different types of symbols found in literature, including archetypes, allegories, and metaphors. Beebe provides detailed examples of each type of symbol, and explains how they are used to convey specific meanings and themes.The third section of the book focuses on the interpretation of literary symbolism. Beebe provides readers with a step-by-step guide to interpreting symbols in literature, and offers practical advice on how to identify and analyze symbols in a literary work.The final section of the book examines the historical and cultural contexts in which symbols were created and used. Beebe explores the ways in which symbols have been used throughout literary history, and how they have evolved over time.Overall, ""Literary Symbolism: An Introduction to the Interpretation of Literature"" is an essential guide for anyone interested in understanding the complex world of literary symbolism. Beebe's clear and concise writing style, combined with his in-depth analysis of literary symbols, makes this book an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of literature.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.