Semiotics Literary Essays Collection

Author: Zhao Yiheng
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Publish Date: 2004-05-01
Features: Semiotics is the study of the various patterns of how human society uses symbols, or the study of culture, literature, art, or other aspects of society from the perspective of how symbols are used. It is also the general methodology of the humanities based on the premise that human culture is defined as a collection of symbolic signification and interpretation activities. The most influential methodologies in literary theory and literary criticism, such as structuralism and post-structuralism, originated from related research on the application of semiotic methods and principles. This book collects 23 representative theoretical works that have significantly influenced semiotic literary theory and literary criticism, providing a clear and comprehensive summary of the characteristics of different stages and schools in the development of semiotic literary theory. This makes it the most comprehensive collection of translated materials on semiotic literary theory in China to date. Through the "Preface," the editor provides a detailed explanation of the theoretical evolution, main ideas, and related concepts of semiotics, which can serve as a guide for readers.