The Architext: An Introduction
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This edition suggests The Architext: An Introduction by Gerard Genette is a backlist title with a clear setup and an easy way in. The edition details point to 1992 • Univ of California Pr • 95 pages, which helps set expectations before you buy.
Edition on file: 1992 • Univ of California Pr • 95 pages • ISBN 9780520076617.
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