Doing English - Week 7: Critical Departures

Weds 26th November, 11am, LT2

poster

11.00 Mr Mcfadzean, 'Deconstructive reading'

A brief introduction to Derrida's key concepts, and the difficulties of applying them to literary criticism.

11.30 Ms Dunleavy, 'Introduction to queer theory'

A critical introduction to queer theory. This lecture will also be relevant to anyone interested in learning more about Foucault and poststructuralism.

12.00 Mr Williams, 'Orientalism and postcolonialism'

An introduction to literature and empire, discussing Edward Said and other key theorists.