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Book Synopsis: The Sociology of Literature is a pithy primer on the history, affordances, and potential futures of this growing field of study, which finds its origins in the French Enlightenment, and its most salient expression as a sociological pursuit in the work of Pierre Bourdieu. Addressing the epistemological premises of the field at present, the book also refutes the common criticism that the sociology of literature does not take the text to be the central object of study. From this rebuttal, Gisèle Sapiro, the field's leading theorist, is able to demonstrate convincingly one of the greatest affordances of the discipline: its in-built methods for accounting for the roles and behaviors of agents and institutions (publishing houses, prize committees, etc.) in the circulation and reception of texts. While Sapiro emphasizes the rich interdisciplinary nature of the approach on display, articulating the way in which it draws on literary history, sociology, postcolonial studies, book history, gender studies, and media studies, among others, the book also stands as a defense of the sociology of literature as a discipline in its own right.
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Unlock the secrets of the literary world with The Sociology of Literature! This captivating book provides a comprehensive overview of the history, potential, and future of this fascinating field of study. From its origins in the French Enlightenment to its contemporary expression as a sociological pursuit, this book delves into every aspect of the sociology of literature.
One common misconception about this field is that it doesn't focus on the text itself. However, Gisèle Sapiro, the leading theorist in the field, rebuts this criticism and demonstrates how the sociology of literature actually provides methods to analyze the roles and behaviors of agents and institutions involved in the circulation and reception of texts. From publishing houses to prize committees, this book uncovers the intricate dynamics that shape the literary landscape.
What sets The Sociology of Literature apart is its interdisciplinary approach. Sapiro highlights how the field draws from various disciplines, including literary history, sociology, postcolonial studies, book history, gender studies, and media studies. By intertwining these fields, this book offers a holistic perspective that enriches our understanding of literature and its social significance.
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