Related works:
1. "Conjectures on World Literature" - Franco Moretti
2. "Secular Interpretation, the Geographical Element, and the Methodology of Imperialism" - Edward Said
3. "Minute on Indian Education" - Thomas Macaulay
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Canon
The term canon refers to the select works that are considered to be the most influential in shaping culture. These works come from various aspects of culture that "educated" individuals would be exposed to. However, in the case of World Literature, there is an ongoing argument as to what the canon actually consists of. Meaning, does the canon include works from across the world, or does it only include works that are considered Eurocentric.
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
Good. Moretti addresses the canon specifically.
ReplyDelete