T.S. Eliot's "Tradition and Individual Talent"

Explore T.S. Eliot's influential essay "Tradition and Individual Talent" in this 30-minute lecture from NPTEL-NOC IITM. Delve into Eliot's groundbreaking ideas on the relationship between literary tradition and individual creativity, examining how he conceptualizes the role of the poet within the broader context of literary history. Gain insights into Eliot's theory of impersonality in poetry and his views on the importance of historical consciousness for contemporary writers. Analyze the essay's impact on modernist literary criticism and its enduring relevance in understanding the interplay between artistic innovation and cultural heritage.