Mimesis

Fiction & Literature, Literary Theory & Criticism, Theory
Cover of the book Mimesis by Matthew Potolsky, Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Matthew Potolsky ISBN: 9781135996048
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: April 18, 2006
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: Matthew Potolsky
ISBN: 9781135996048
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: April 18, 2006
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

A topic that has become increasingly central to the study of art, performance and literature, the term mimesis has long been used to refer to the relationship between an image and its ‘real’ original. However, recent theorists have extended the concept, highlighting new perspectives on key concerns, such as the nature of identity.

Matt Potolsky presents a clear introduction to this potentially daunting concept, examining:

  • the foundations of mimetic theory in ancient philosophy, from Plato to Aristotle
  • three key versions of mimesis: imitatio or rhetorical imitation, theatre and theatricality, and artistic realism
  • the position of mimesis in modern theories of identity and culture, through theorists such as Freud, Lacan, Girard and Baudrillard
  • the possible future of mimetic theory in the concept of ‘memes’, which connects evolutionary biology and theories of cultural reproduction.

A multidisciplinary study of a term rapidly returning to the forefront of contemporary theory, Mimesis is a welcome guide for readers in such fields as literature, performance and cultural studies.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

A topic that has become increasingly central to the study of art, performance and literature, the term mimesis has long been used to refer to the relationship between an image and its ‘real’ original. However, recent theorists have extended the concept, highlighting new perspectives on key concerns, such as the nature of identity.

Matt Potolsky presents a clear introduction to this potentially daunting concept, examining:

A multidisciplinary study of a term rapidly returning to the forefront of contemporary theory, Mimesis is a welcome guide for readers in such fields as literature, performance and cultural studies.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book Freud, V.1 by Matthew Potolsky
Cover of the book Making a Man of Him by Matthew Potolsky
Cover of the book Creating Multicultural Citizens by Matthew Potolsky
Cover of the book Using Student Feedback for Successful Teaching by Matthew Potolsky
Cover of the book Search by Matthew Potolsky
Cover of the book Environment Scotland by Matthew Potolsky
Cover of the book Contested Markets, Contested Cities by Matthew Potolsky
Cover of the book The Developing Place of Portugal in the European Union by Matthew Potolsky
Cover of the book The Real Cost of Cheap Food by Matthew Potolsky
Cover of the book Understanding Pupil Behaviour in School by Matthew Potolsky
Cover of the book Africa, Cultural Studies and Difference by Matthew Potolsky
Cover of the book Colloquial Yoruba by Matthew Potolsky
Cover of the book The Academic Library and Its Users by Matthew Potolsky
Cover of the book Rethinking Historical Genres in the Twenty-First Century by Matthew Potolsky
Cover of the book Animism in Contemporary Japan by Matthew Potolsky
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy