This anthology of classic and cutting-edge statements in literary theory has now been updated to include recent influential texts in the areas of Ethnic Studies, Postcolonialism and International Studies<br><ul><li>A definitive collection of classic statements in criticism and new theoretical work from the past few decades<li>All the major schools and methods that make up the dynamic field of literary theory are represented, from Formalism to Postcolonialism<li>Enables students to familiarise themselves with the most recent developments in literary theory and with the traditions from which these new theories derive</ul>