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“Paraphrase, in the sense of summary, is as indispensable to the novel-critic as close analysis is to the critic of lyric poetry. The natural deduction is that novels are paraphrasable whereas poems are not. But this is a false deduction because close analysis is itself a disguised form of paraphrase.”

Quote by David Lodge

Book:Language of Fiction: Essays in Criticism and Verbal Analysis of the English Novel

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Language of Fiction: Essays in Criticism and Verbal Analysis of the English Novel

Comprising a collection of essays, the book delves into the intricacies of the English novel, offering in-depth criticism and verbal analysis. It investigates the construction and language use in these literary works, providing a comprehensive understanding of the genre. more

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David Lodge is a British author born on January 28, 1935. Known for his humor and satire, his works primarily focus on the lives and characters of the British academic community. more

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