“What we call ideology is precisely the confusion of linguistic with natural reality, of reference with phenomenalism”
Quote by Paul de Man
Work
The Resistance to Theory
This book delves into the complex and diverse responses to literary theory, providing a comprehensive overview of the intellectual debates and historical contexts that have shaped the field. It analyzes the arguments and methodologies of key figures in the resistance to theory, offering insights into the ongoing dialogue between theory and practice in the humanities. more
Author
Paul de Man
Paul de Man (December 6, 1919 - December 21, 1983) was a prominent philosopher, literary theorist, and critic whose theoretical work had a profound impact on 20th-century literary criticism, particularly in the field of deconstruction. Born in Vilnius, Lithuania, and raised in Nazi Germany, he later immigrated to the United States, where he taught at Columbia University. more
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