Deconstruction and Poststructuralism

This volume is a concise introduction to the critical theories of deconstruction and poststructuralism. It traces the emergence of these theories, and discusses and critically evaluates thinkers such Derrida, Foucault and Levi-Strauss, among many others. Deconstruction and Poststructuralism familiarises readers with all major developments in these fields, and their use in critically evaluating a broad range of texts. The book is an invaluable guide to students of literature, history, cultural studies and other related fields.