Topic of panel: Is criticism that is overtly situated within one
ideological/political position interpretively and/or
pedagogically useful? There is a tendency in much of contemporary
literary criticism to interpret literature through the monologue of a
particular ideology. How prevalent is this tendency and in which
ideological camp might it be most prevalent? Are historical theories
less or more tolerant than text-centered or aesthetic theories?
Papers will be solicited from differing perspectives, so as to mediate
this ongoing argument. My hope is that the panel itself will achieve
dialogue and demonstrate plural viewpoints. This panel will re-examine
issues that concern every scholar and student of literature, namely how
to recognize and deal with the plethora of interpretations of any one
text.
Queries are welcome. Proposals for the panel must be received by
September 15. Send papers or abstracts to kcastell@bucknell.edu or
Katey Kuhns Castellano, English Department, Bucknell University,
Lewisburg, PA 17837. If your paper is selected, you must become a
member of of NEMLA by Nov. 1, 2001 in order to present your paper at the
annual conference.
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