Herbert: A Short History of Reading
Herbert: A Short History of Reading
Author(s): Wojciech LigęzaContributor(s): Przemysław Michalski (Translator)
Subject(s): Comparative Study of Literature, Polish Literature, Methodology and research technology, Theory of Literature
Published by: Wydawnictwo Uniwersytetu Jagiellońskiego
Keywords: Herbert’s artistic legacy; reception; history of Polish literary criticism; interpretation; methodology; new literary theory;
Summary/Abstract: Poetry and literature more generally, especially truly great literature, give rise to an infinite number of possible interpretations, discussions, and contexts. It seems inexhaustible in creating meanings constantly interpreted anew by subsequent generations of professional researchers and ordinary readers. Twenty years have passed since the death of Zbigniew Herbert, and the number of publications devoted to his life and work continues to multiply. We will make our small contribution as well. One can ask if these reflections add a new quality to the reception of the work of “Mr. Cogito.” However, even a cursory overview of the titles of published books and the themes raised on this occasion proves that there still is unexplored terrain in Herbert studies, and it seems that even grounded diagnoses are at times disputed and verified. Research and methodological perspectives are changing.
Journal: Konteksty Kultury
- Issue Year: 16/2019
- Issue No: Sp. Issue
- Page Range: 4-32
- Page Count: 29
- Language: English