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Exploring the evolution of literary criticism, this book traces its development from the philosophical insights of Plato to contemporary perspectives. It examines key thinkers and movements, highlighting how cultural and historical contexts have shaped critical theories over time. The narrative provides a comprehensive overview of the changing definitions of literature and the role of the critic, making it an essential resource for understanding the dynamics of literary analysis throughout history.

This book brings together two seminal works by George Santayana, one of the most significant philosophers of the twentieth century: Character and Opinion in the United States, which stands with Tocqueville's Democracy in America as one t