A World Elsewhere: The Place of Style in American Literature

This softcover edition of A World Elsewhere is in very good condition. The binding is intact with no significant wear or damage. The pages are clean, with no inscriptions or markings, preserving the text's integrity. There is no dust jacket, as typical for this paperback edition.

A World Elsewhere: The Place of Style in American Literature by Richard Poirier, published by The University of Wisconsin Press in 1985, is a significant work exploring the role of style in American literary history. This edition is the First Wisconsin printing, a reprint of the original 1966 publication by Oxford University Press. Poirier, a noted literary critic, delves into the stylistic nuances of American literature, offering insights into the works of major authors. This edition includes a foreword by Leo Bersani, adding further scholarly value. The book is a must-have for those interested in literary criticism and the evolution of American literary style. The softcover format, with an ISBN of 0-299-09934-2, makes it accessible for both scholars and enthusiasts of American literature. In very good condition, this copy is free from library markings and inscriptions, ensuring a clean reading experience.