The Norton Anthology of Theory and Criticism

Do your research and investigate whether to invest money and an intense amount of time and concentration, beforehand. If, after serious consideration, you think you would like to pursue this level of analysis see if a library near you has a copy for your perusal. You can always call to check if one is available. After going through the steps delineated above, and are ready to invest your time, you will know. There is no comparable compendium available. There are any number of books to seek for further research and in particular areas, that may be more focused for specific needs or interests. I purchased this copy as a gift for an advanced ‘brain-in-a body’ person. I have been reading in my copy for about 40 years. That may be a clue for you. Enjoy!

This book is life changing for those of us brought up in the ‘gee whiz/aw shucks’ school of criticism that in hindsight hid a lack of serious thought and really modest intellects. I read it five times. The fourth time underlining and the fifth time commenting, responding, discussing, and on and on. It’s a field day for hard workers.

I regularly use this anthology in a graduate survey of literary and cultural theory. I recommend it.Regarding packaging: This is a heavy book. It came swathed in plastic, in a box somewhat larger than the book itself. It shifted around a lot, with the result that the corners of the cover were slightly damaged. It would be better to surround the book with plastic pillows or other filler.

The ebook is missing information but this textbook is too expensive for what it is.

For being used, this book was in fantastic condition! (Almost like whoever had it last MIGHT not have used it much, but hey, I’m not complaining...) Shipped fast and all that. Appreciated spending much less on a textbook than I would have had to for my ENGL 301 for sure.

This book is an incredible compendium of critical theory. I will be using it for the rest of my career in English literature.

Very thorough. Probably the heaviest book I own, intellectually and physically haha

Extremely useful for advanced and graduate students of literature. I wish I had bought it and read the introduction much earlier.

Habe das Buch für meine Tochter auf ihre Uniadresse in Limerick (Irland) bestellt, hat super geklappt!

Used as course literature, but except from that - it is an OK book I guess 😂

A must have publication for English Literature students....go my girl.

Still expensive but cheaper than what my school was asking.

Must read book