On the Sublime by Longinus is a foundational text in literary criticism and an essential read for MA English students. This treatise delves into the concept of the sublime in literature, exploring how elevated language evokes greatness and emotional power. Revered for its influence on classical and modern criticism, the book examines five key sources of sublimity and illustrates them with rich examples from ancient texts. This edition is designed for academic clarity and exam relevance. Explore the philosophical and rhetorical depths of Longinus’ thought with this trusted edition, available at Multan Kitab Ghar for dedicated literature scholars.

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✅ Key Features:

• ✅ Full academic edition tailored for MA English

• ✅ Includes introduction, glossary, and scholarly annotations

• ✅ Highlights classical literary techniques and examples

• ✅ Supports critical theory and rhetorical analysis studies

• ✅ Structured for easy understanding and exam preparation

✅ Topics Covered:

• ✅ Definition and nature of the sublime

• ✅ Five principal sources of sublimity

• ✅ Literary examples from Homer, Plato, and more

• ✅ Style, emotion, and grandeur in language

• ✅ Influence on neoclassical and romantic critics

Contents:

Phases of Literary Criticism
An Anthology of Critical Terms
Critical Summary of Longinus: On the Sublime
Some Important Names
Important questions with Answers
Longinus as the most romantic critic. Romanticism tempered by Classicism.
Short questions with Answers
True and False Questions with Answers
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