“I was trained in the '50s as a New Critic. I remember what literature was like before the New Critics, when people stood up and talked about Shelley's soul and such things”
Quote by Clifford Geertz
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Clifford Geertz
Clifford Geertz, born on August 23, 1926 in the United States, was a renowned American anthropologist. His research focused on the field of cultural anthropology, particularly known for his in-depth studies of Java, Indonesia. Geertz's work has had a profound impact on cultural studies and social theory. more
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