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Is English literature dying - and does it matter?

The New Statesman | UK politics and culture

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The Evolution and Moralization of English Literature

This chapter discusses the current significance of English literature as a subject in universities, questioning its shift from entertainment to a focus on morality and political context. The speakers analyze how technology and culture impact literature and express concerns about the loss of enjoyment in reading due to academic pressures.

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