Chapter 1: Classical Criticism Unlocked

Welcome to Chapter 1: Classical Criticism Unlocked. This foundational module covers the origins of literary theory, exploring the philosophies, structural rules, and critical frameworks established by the greatest minds of antiquity and the early Renaissance.

Mastering these classical texts is absolutely essential for the UGC NET English exam, as they form the bedrock of all subsequent literary discourse. Select a module below to begin your study and master concepts ranging from Plato's mimesis to Aristotle's catharsis and Longinus's sublime.

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Plato

Literary Criticism &
The Republic

02

Aristotle

Poetics &
Literary Theory

03

Horace

Ars Poetica &
The Principle of Decorum

04

Longinus

On the Sublime &
Decay of Rhetoric

05

Dante & Boccaccio

Divine Comedy &
The Decameron

CLASSICAL CRITICISM The Foundation of Literary Theory
Tags: Classical Criticism, Index, Study Guide, UGC NET Paper 2 | Published: April 30, 2026

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