Refiguring Mimesis

Representation in Early Modern Literature

Jonathan Holmes editor Adrian Streete editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:University of Hertfordshire Press

Published:28th Oct '05

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Focusing squarely on the strength of mimesis as a philosophical idea, this collection of essays considers aspects of mimesis ranging from Shakespeare to colonialism. As the philosophical agenda of major thinkers and writers responds to representational crises like post-structuralism and postmodernism, attention is turning away from artistic expressivity and back towards uses of mimesis. The nine included essays present a varied set of theoretical ideas and challenge the ingrained concept that mimesis is only a transparent reflection of reality. This fresh assessment of an ancient and much-cited practice brings new attention to the ways in which the early modern period made use of such representation.

ISBN: 9781902806358

Dimensions: 229mm x 152mm x 18mm

Weight: 531g

240 pages