Fictional Narrative and Truth: An Epistemic Analysis

By L.B. Cebik

Focuses on the debate over whether it is possible to derive significant truths from fictional literature. Analyzes the concepts of fiction and narrative in a way that allows thorough epistemic evaluations of claims that truth can emerge from fictional narratives. Topics discussed include: the analysis of truth in literature; descriptions of fiction; analyzing fiction; fictional characters; truth in fiction; narrative generalizations; language and structure; interpretation and criticism; the limits of fiction; and fictional narratives and the creation of new truths. Suitable for upper-level and graduate students of philosophy and literature.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0819138959
• ISBN13: 9780819138958
• Release Date: April 1984
• Publisher: University Press of America
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"