Foundation of Literary Theory & Criticism

Philosopher’s Literary Insights Introduction to Plato: Plato, a luminary of ancient Greek philosophy, was born around 428/427 BCE in Athens, Greece. He was a student of Socrates and the teacher …

Exploring John Dryden’s “Essay on Dramatic Poesy (1668)” Introduction: “An Essay of Dramatic Poesy” by John Dryden, written in 1668, stands as a seminal work of English literary criticism. In …

John Dryden: A Renowned Critic of the Restoration Era Introduction: John Dryden, a towering figure of the Restoration period, was not only a prolific poet and playwright but also a …

Exploring “An Apology for Poetry (1595)” by Sir Philip Sidney:A Comprehensive Analysis Introduction: “An Apology for Poetry,” also known as “The Defense of Poesy,” is a seminal work of literary …

Title: Sir Philip Sidney:A Pioneering Critic of Renaissance Literature Introduction: Sir Philip Sidney, a prominent figure of the Elizabethan era, is renowned not only for his contributions to literature but …

Renaissance to Eighteenth-Century Critics:Pioneers of Literary Analysis Introduction: During the Renaissance and up to the eighteenth century, literary criticism underwent significant evolution. Critics emerged who not only appreciated literature but …

A Detailed Exploration of “The Poetics” by Aristotle (c. 335 BC) Introduction to “The Poetics”: “The Poetics” is a seminal work by the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle, composed around 335 …