Theory of the Avant-Garde

The book is in good condition with a yellow trade paperback cover showing minor wear and some discoloration. The spine is intact with no significant creases, and the pages are clean and unmarked. There is no dust jacket, as issued.

Peter Bürger's "Theory of the Avant-Garde" is a seminal work in literary theory and aesthetics, published by the University of Minnesota Press in Minneapolis. This particular edition is the third printing from 1986, offering insights into the avant-garde movements and their impact on art and literature. Originally published in German, this translation by Michael Shaw includes a foreword by Jochen Schulte-Sasse. As part of the Theory and History of Literature series, Volume 4, this work is crucial for understanding the historical and theoretical contexts of avant-garde art. The book is in trade paperback format, making it accessible and portable for students and scholars. The ISBN for this paperback edition is 0-8166-1068-1. This edition is a valuable resource for those studying the evolution of art movements and their theoretical underpinnings.