Constellating world literature

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Author(s)

  • Yu Huang

Detail(s)

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)561-580
Journal / PublicationNeohelicon
Volume40
Issue number2
Online published4 Jan 2013
Publication statusPublished - Dec 2013

Abstract

This paper aims to lay the theoretical groundwork for the constellation paradigm in world literature studies. The first section conducts an interdisciplinary investigation of the concept of constellation in astronomy/astrology, epistemology, and literary hermeneutics. The second section presents the current theoretical explorations for an epistemological alteration in world literature studies. The third section illustrates how constellating world literature operates with three key factors, i.e. points of departure, horizon changes, and universal poetics. Finally, the author concludes that the constellation paradigm serves not only as a useful theoretical tool but also as a remedy for world literature studies under the threats of globalization and nationalism. © 2012 Akadémiai Kiadó, Budapest, Hungary.

Research Area(s)

  • Constellation paradigm, Hermeneutics, Literary studies East and West, World literature

Citation Format(s)

Constellating world literature. / Huang, Yu.
In: Neohelicon, Vol. 40, No. 2, 12.2013, p. 561-580.

Research output: Journal Publications and ReviewsRGC 21 - Publication in refereed journalpeer-review