Description
About the Author
Sarah Kay is Professor of French and Occitan Literature, University of Cambridge Terence Cave is Emeritus Professor of French Literature, University of Oxford, and Emeritus Research Fellow, St John's College, Oxford Malcolm Bowie, formerly Marshal Foch Professor of French Literature, University of Oxford, is now Master of Christ's College, Cambridge
Reviews
Review from previous edition thoughtfully organized . . . masterfully told . . . essential * Choice *
That all the information in this book can coexist in a format that is such an enjoyable read is truly remarkable * Choice *
Three of the most eminent anglophone writers on French literature have combined their talents to map its history. Academic readers will expect to have familiar territory redrawn in an exciting way and rich treasures to be discovered in stranger places. They will not be disappointed. * French Studies *
A confident three-hander, it stands up for permanence, the craft of writing, and the pleasures of reading * Modern Language Review *
this book inherits an academic tradition of brevity, intelligence and elegance * El Pais *
Book Information
ISBN 9780199291182
Author Sarah Kay
Format Paperback
Page Count 358
Imprint Oxford University Press
Publisher Oxford University Press
Weight(grams) 469g
Dimensions(mm) 216mm * 138mm * 20mm