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Reflections on Literary Theory - Who Doesn't Hate Theory Now?

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This final lecture in an introduction to literary theory examines the relationship between language, speech, intention, and communication. It connects major theoretical approaches through analyses of epitaphs and Tony the Tow Truck.

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- Chapter 1. What Is Theory?
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- Chapter 2. Three Ways That Language Impedes Speech
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- Chapter 3. Language Speaking Through Speech
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- Chapter 4. A Study of Epitaphs
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- Chapter 5. Final Reflections on Tony the Tow Truck
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- Chapter 6. Three Final Theses
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