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Wellek, René.

Four critics.

Based on four lectures at the University of
Washington, Oct. 11, 18, 24, and Nov. 1, 1979.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

1. Criticism—History— 20th century—Ad-
dresses, essays, lectures. 2. Croce, Benedetto,
1866-1952—Addresses, essays, lectures. 3.
Valéry, Paul, 1871-1945—Addresses, essays, lec-
tures. 4. Lukács, György, 1885-1971—Ad-
dresses, essays, lectures. 5. Ingarden, Roman,
1893-1970—Addresses, essays, lectures. I. Title.

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