Beyond Poststructuralism

Beyond Poststructuralism, Volume 1, presents a rigorous examination of the limitations inherent in structuralist and poststructuralist thought. Wendell Harris compiles a collection of scholarly essays that challenge long-standing theoretical fallacies, such as the rejection of authorial intention and the notion that meanings are inherently undecidable. This work of literary criticism and philosophy critiques the idea that history is merely a contest of competing narratives or that language prevents the falsifiability of human experience. By addressing these logical gaps, the text provides a deep dive into the foundations of semiotics and theory.

The second half of Beyond Poststructuralism, Volume 1, explores methods to reconnect literary study with actual human experience. Contributors examine how literature offers vital perspectives that challenge unjust or absurd social and cultural structures. This volume serves as a significant resource for those studying logic, philosophy, and criticism, offering a sophisticated analysis of how text and reality intersect.