Genre (The New Critical Idiom)

Book Details

• Author: John Frow

• Brand: Routledge

• Edition: 2nd Edition

• Binding: Paperback

• Number of Pages: 204

• Release Date: 16-09-2014

• ISBN: 9781138020580

• Package Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.1 x 0.8 inches

• Languages: English

About the Book

"Genre" by John Frow offers a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the study of genre. In this second edition, Frow takes readers on a deep exploration of genre, which is more than just a way of categorizing literature and culture—genres actively shape and generate our understanding of the world around us.

This insightful book delves into:

• The relationship between simple and complex genres

• The historical development of literary genre theory

• The ways genres organize implied meanings

• How genres structure interpretation

• The practical applications of genre in teaching

Frow introduces genre as a dynamic, evolving process, rather than a rigid set of rules, allowing for a more fluid and engaging understanding of its role in various forms of media. The second edition of "Genre" updates the original to account for recent developments in genre theory, including the rise of digital genres.

Considered an essential resource for students of literary and cultural studies, Frow’s work is praised for its clarity and depth. It is widely regarded as one of the most informative books on the subject, becoming indispensable for anyone interested in how genres influence and organize knowledge.

As Terry Eagleton (University of Manchester) notes, "Easily the most informative and wide-ranging series of its kind," and it continues to serve as a core text for those seeking a deeper understanding of genre in the modern age.