Reader-Response Literary Criticism..pptx

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1. By Krezel Mae I. Pavo READER-RESPONSE CRITICISM

2. A literary theory which focuses on 1 individual reader (audience) and their experience. It allows the reader to relate to the text emotionally and connect to the events happening within the text. Reader-response criticism emphasizes that the meaning of a text is dependent upon the reader's response to it. Reader-Response Criticism

3. It asserts that the meaning of a text not fixed and objective but rather subjective and dependent on the reader's interpretation and response to it. Reader-Response Criticism

4. SUBJECTIVE VS OBJECTIVE Reader Response was a reaction against formalist approach that concentrates only on text. It is subjective because it takes into consideration the personality of the reader and the ways he contributes to the making of the text. Reading reveals more about the reader's personality than about the text.

5. The criticism itself can be classified into four types: a. Transactional reader-response theory b. Psychological reader-response theory c. Subjective reader-response theory d. Social reader-response theory

6. Transactional reader-response theory, led Louise Rosenblatt and supported by Wolfgany Iser, involves a transaction between the text's inferred meaning and the individual interpretation by the reader influenced by their personal emotions and knowledge. TRANSACTIONAL READER-RESPONSE THEORY

7. Psychological reader-response theory employed by Norman Holland, believes that reader's motives heavily affect how they read, and subsequently use this reading to analyze the psychological response of the reader. PSYCHOLOGICAL READER-RESPONSE THEORY

8. Subjective reader-response theory associated with David Bleich, looks entire., to the reader's response for literary meaning as individual written responses to a text are then compared to other individual interpretations to find continuity of meaning. SUBJECTIVE READER-RESPONSE THEORY

9. is Stanley Fish's extension of his earlier who's stating that any individual interpretation of a text is created in an interpretive community of minds consisting of participants who share a specific reading and interpretation strategy. SOCIAL READER-RESPONSE THEORY

10. "What do I personally think that this text means?" "Have I ever had an experience like this? What c I learn from it?" Have I ever felt the way that the characters in this text feel?" "What personal qualities or characteristics do I have that might be relevant to my reading of this text?" Examples of Reader-response Questions

11. "Are my morals reflected in this text? How are my morals the different or the same as those highlighted in the text?" "What issues are the most important in the text? "Why do I think these issues important?" are the most "What words or phrases are most important to me? Why?" Examples of Reader-response Questions

12. Reader-Response Criticism analaysis

13. Rashomon by Ryūnosuke Akutagawa Rashōmon" (Japanese: 羅生門) is a short story by Akutagawa Ryūnosuke based on tales from the Konjaku Monogatarishū. A man considering whether or not to become a thief meets a woman stealing hair from corpses. Their conversation explores the morality of theft.

14. The Subjectivity of Truth – "Rashomon" profoundly challenges the notion of objective truth. Each witness presents a self-serving and often contradictory version of events, leaving the reader to grapple with the question of which, if any, account is truly accurate. The Impact of Moral Decay – The story's bleak portrayal of human nature, where characters are driven by self-preservation, greed, and a lack of moral compass, can have a profound impact on readers. Reader-Response Criticism on "Rashomon"

15. The Role of Empathy and Judgment – "Rashomon" challenges readers to empathize with characters who are morally ambiguous and even reprehensible. The Influence of Cultural Context – A reader's cultural background and personal experiences can significantly influence their interpretation of the story. Reader-Response Criticism on "Rashomon"

16. "Rashomon" is a powerful and thought-provoking story that continues to resonate with readers today. Its exploration of the subjective nature of truth, the complexities of human motivation, and the challenges of moral judgment remains highly relevant in a world where information is often fragmented, perspectives are diverse, and the search for objective truth can be elusive. Conclusion

17. The Catcher and the Rye by J.D. Salinger It's Christmas time and Holden Caulfield has just been expelled from yet another school... Fleeing the crooks at Pencey Prep, he pinballs around New York City seeking solace in fleeting encounters—shooting the bull with strangers in dive hotels, wandering alone round Central Park , getting beaten up by pimps and cut down by erstwhile girlfriends.

18. The Catcher and the Rye by J.D. Salinger The city is beautiful and terrible, in all its neon loneliness and seedy glamour, its mingled sense of possibility and emptiness. Holden passes through it like a ghost, thinking always of his kid sister Phoebe, the only person who really understands him, and his determination to escape the phonies and find a life of true meaning. The Catcher in the Rye is an all-time classic in coming-of-age literature- an elegy to teenage alienation, capturing the deeply human need for connection and the bewildering sense of loss as we leave childhood behind..

19. Identification with Holden Caulfield – Holden Caulfield, the novel's protagonist, is a complex and often frustrating character. Yet, many readers find themselves deeply identifying with his alienation, cynicism, and yearning for authenticity in a world that seems increasingly phony and corrupt. Reader-Response Criticism on "The Catcher and the Rye"

20. Subjective Interpretations of Holden – Readers' interpretations of Holden vary significantly. Some see him as a sensitive and perceptive observer of human nature, while others view him as self-centered, immature, and even dangerous. The Impact of Personal Experiences – Readers' interpretations of Holden vary significantly. Some see him as a sensitive and perceptive observer of human nature, while others view him as self-centered, immature, and even dangerous. Reader-Response Criticism on "The Catcher and the Rye"

21. Conclusion The Catcher in the Rye is a novel that continues to resonate with readers across generations. Its enduring power lies in its ability to tap into universal themes of adolescence, alienation, and the search for authenticity.

22. Frankenstein by Mary Shelley Mary Shelley's seminal novel of the scientist whose creation becomes a monster.

23. Empathy and Identification – Readers often deeply empathize with the Creature, despite his monstrous appearance. His yearning for companionship, his capacity for love and grief, and his struggle for acceptance resonate with fundamental human desires. Subjective Interpretations of the Creature – Readers' interpretations of the Creature vary greatly. Some see him as a tragic figure, a victim of societal prejudice and abandonment. Others view him as a dangerous and unpredictable force, a reflection of humanity's darkest impulses. Reader-Response Criticism on "Frankenstein "

24. The Role of Fear and Horror – Frankenstein effectively evokes fear and horror in readers. However, the nature and intensity of these emotions vary significantly. The Impact of Social and Cultural Context – A reader's social and cultural background significantly influences their interpretation of the novel. Reader-Response Criticism on "Frankenstein "

25. Conclusion Frankenstein is a remarkably enduring work that continues to captivate readers centuries after its publication. Its power lies in its ability to provoke deep emotional responses and spark a wide range of interpretations.

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