“We believe a scientist because he can substantiate his remarks, not because he is eloquent and forcible in his enunciation. In fact, we distrust him when he seems to be influencing us by his manner.”
Quote by I. A. Richards
Work
Princ Literary Criticism
This work systematically examines the core concepts and frameworks used in literary criticism, addressing how critics approach the interpretation and judgment of literary works. It discusses various critical approaches, the role of the critic, and the criteria for evaluating literature, providing a comprehensive overview of the field's theoretical underpinnings and practical applications. more
Author
I. A. Richards
I. A. Richards, a British linguist, was born on February 26, 1893, and passed away on September 7, 1979. He made significant contributions to the fields of language teaching and literary criticism. more
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