Mimesis and the Human Animal: On the Biogenetic Foundations of Literary Representation

by Storey, Robert
ISBN: 9780810114586
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Overview

In Mimesis and the Human Animal, Robert Storey argues that human culture derives from human biology and that literary representation therefore must have a biological basis. As he ponders the question "What does it mean to say that art imitates life?" he must consider both "What is life?" and "What is art?"

A unique approach to the subject of mimesis, Storey's book goes beyond the politicizing of literature grounded in literary theory to develop a scientific basis for the creation of literature and art.

  • Format: Trade Paperback
  • Author: Storey, Robert
  • ISBN: 9780810114586
  • Condition: Used
  • Dimensions: 9.00 x 0.71
  • Number Of Pages: 274
  • Publication Year: 1996