The Western Canon
The Books and School of the Ages
Harold Bloom
Explore the great works of Western literature and essential writers of the ages with this visionary and compelling guide. Literary critic Harold Bloom argues brilliantly against the politicization of literature, advocating for a unifying written culture. Infused with a love of learning, this acclaimed book is more than a required reading list – it's a must-read for anyone passionate about the power of words. Nominated for the National Book Critics Circle Award.
Publish Date
1995-09-01T00:00:00.000Z
1995-09-01T00:00:00.000Z
first published in 1994
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3.86
ISBN
8601416679822
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2018-07-07T21:58:39.000Z
The Western Canon, by Harold Bloom: Bloom puts Shakespeare at the center of the Canon and credits the Bard with inventing what we understand to be modern psychology. Also has a useful index for which translations to read of the original classical texts. – source