Taste for the Foreign

Discover the intriguing exploration of foreignness in literature with Taste for the Foreign by Ellen R. Welch. Published by the University of Delaware Press in 2011, this engaging hardback spans 248 pages and delves into how the concept of foreignness has shaped prose fiction throughout history. Welch meticulously examines the evolution of this aesthetic category, tracing its roots from Jacques Amyot's 1547 translation of The Ethiopian Story to Antoine Galland's early eighteenth-century rendition of The Thousand and One Nights. This insightful work is essential for anyone interested in literary history and criticism, offering a fresh perspective on the cultural interplay within literature. Enhance your understanding of how foreign elements influence narrative development and enrich your literary collection with this thought-provoking title.