Umberto Eco
Philosophy, Semiotics and the Work of Fiction
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This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the work and thought of Umberto Eco - one of the most important writers in Europe today.
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Michael Caesar
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20th Century Philosophy Comparative & World Literature Literary Criticism & History Literature Literaturkritik u. -geschichte Literaturwissenschaft Philosophie Philosophie des 20. Jhd. Philosophy Vergleichende Literaturwissenschaft u. Weltliteratur
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"It is a full, clear and authoritative account of Eco's work, withan emphasis on his development as a theorist and in particular hissemiotic theory. But it includes a lively discussion of Eco'snovels, which teases out their links with the theory mosteffectively. It shows the remarkable range and coherence of Eco asa writer, and is notably interesting on the ways in which his ideashave evolved in response to a changing cultural environment. Richin details, cool, well-paced and incisive, it provides an excellentintroduction to, as well as a sympathetic critique of, Eco thethinker." David Robey, Department of Italian Studies, ReadingUniversity
"This wonderfully lucid and thorough exposition of Eco's majorworks will be indispensable to scholars and students alike. MichaelCaesar explores the interconnectedness of the 'theoretical' and'narrative' writings with analytical rigour, balancing appreciationwith careful criticism. Caesar makes brilliant use of his ownreading of the works to discuss the 'role of the reader', showingthe limits as well as the possibilities in Eco's approach totexts." Robert Lumley, Director of the Centre for ItalianStudies, University College, London
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