The Cambridge Introduction to Mikhail Bakhtin
In this introduction to Mikhail Bakhtin, Ken Hirschkop presents a compact, readable, detailed, and sophisticated exposition of all of Bakhtin's important works. Using the most up-to-date sources and the new, scholarly editions of Bakhtin's texts, Hirschkop explains Bakhtin's influential ideas, demonstrates their relevance and usefulness for literary and cultural analysis, and sets them in their historical context. In clear and concise language, Hirschkop shows how Bakhtin's ideas have changed the way we understand language and literary texts. Authoritative and accessible, this Cambridge Introduction is the most comprehensive and reliable account of Bakhtin and his work yet available.
- Based on up-to-date sources and recent scholarly editions of Bakhtin's work
- Sets Bahtkin's work in its historical context, helping readers better understand and appreciate Bakhtin's originality as a thinker
- Presents a clear, systematic and comprehensive account of Bakhtin's work
Reviews & endorsements
‘Hirschkop’s volume follows the spirit of its subject: providing its readers with an overview of Bakhtin’s life, context, and thought, it feeds our desire to turn to Bakhtin himself and propels it into the future.’ Alexander Spektor, Slavic Review
Product details
January 2022Paperback
9781107521094
210 pages
227 × 152 × 13 mm
0.33kg
Available
Table of Contents
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Life
- 3. Context
- 4. Works
- 5. Reception
- 6. A Brief Conclusion
- Further Reading
- Index.