Barbara Clare Foley

American author and educator

Barbara Clare Foley - American author and educator
Born

March 29th, 1948
76 years ago

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

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An author and educator specializing in American literature and composition. Served as a professor at Rutgers University, contributing significantly to the field of literary criticism. Published multiple works, including books on literary theory and the intersections of race, class, and gender in literature. Engaged actively in pedagogy and the promotion of literacy.

Authored 'The Meaning of Literature'

Published 'The Indispensable Guide to Literary Theory'

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