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Facts, interpretation, and truth in fiction

Authors :
Levinstein, Ben
Source :
The British Journal of Aesthetics. Jan, 2007, Vol. 47 Issue 1, p64, 12 p.
Publication Year :
2007

Abstract

A study attempts to clarify the relationship between literary criticism and truth in fiction through the use of a schema that is compatible with David Lewis's theory on truth and falsity in a work of fiction. Peter Lamarque's criticism that Lewis's theory does not take into account the interpretive element that is required to understand fiction is also addressed.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00070904
Volume :
47
Issue :
1
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
The British Journal of Aesthetics
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.159908697