"This diverse collection of essays represents the most recent critical thinking concerning the philosophical study of literature. Contributed by an international team of eminent scholars drawn from the fields of both literature and philosophy. the great majority of essays are newly commissioned for this volume. supplemented by a few indispensable works of recent scholarship"--Provided by publisher.This monumental collection of new and recent essays from an international team of eminent scholars represents the best contemporary critical thinking relating to both literary and philosophical studies of literature.Helpfully groups essays into the field's main sub-categories, among them 'Relations Between Philosophy and Literature', 'Emotional Engagement and the Experience of Reading', 'Literature and the Moral Life', and 'Literary Language'Offers a combination of analytical precision and literary richnessRepresents an unparalleled work of reference for students and specialist.