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Enigmas and Riddles in Literature

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Eleanor Cook

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312 Seiten
11 Lesestunden

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Exploring the role of enigmas and riddles in literature, this analysis delves into their function as masterplots, genres, and clever devices. It spans from classical and biblical texts to modern poetry, featuring in-depth case studies on Dante, Lewis Carroll, and Wallace Stevens. The work significantly contributes to the understanding of poetic thought and metaphor, making it a valuable resource for scholars and readers interested in poetry, modern American literature, rhetoric, folk riddles, and the history of ideas.