Week 3 - Appleman Introduction

Appleman opens the introduction with a quote from Stephen Bonnycastle,

"Often literary theories change our views of a work of literature by proposing new distinctions or new categories for looking at the work. This is a bit like putting on a new set of glasses: suddenly you see things more clearly."

I enjoy this quote because I find it true myself. In learning new theories I can look at work in a new and enlightening way.

I like that Appleman begins the book with a real life situation. It's always interesting to hear real stories from real people. It makes the work seem more credible and proven.

I'm interested to get into the chapters and see what Appleman is about.