Classical Literary Criticism is an academic text, part of the Penguin Classics series, providing translations and contextual analysis of key critical works from the classical period (Ancient Greece and Rome). Edited by T. S. Dorsch, the book would typically include essential texts such as Aristotle's Poetics, Horace's Art of Poetry, and various works by Longinus and other influential ancient thinkers. The volume introduces readers to the foundational theories on tragedy, epic poetry, rhetoric, and aesthetics, shaping the understanding of literature for centuries. It is an indispensable resource for students studying the history and theory of literature.
