Learn about Ian Watt's critical analysis of Robinson Crusoe in this 27-minute lecture that explores the novel's reflection of historical and material changes during its time period. Examine the concept of ideology and its role in literary criticism while discovering how Defoe's masterpiece serves as a pivotal work in the development of the novel as a literary form.
The Rise of the Novel - Part 1: Understanding Robinson Crusoe and Historical Context
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The Rise of the Novel Part 1
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