Interpretations

Definition

Interpretations refer to individual readers' understanding and explanation of a literary work's meaning based on their analysis and personal experiences. Different interpretations can coexist for the same piece of literature.

Related terms

Reader Response Theory: An approach to interpreting literature that focuses on how readers actively construct meaning through their personal responses.

Intertextuality: The relationship between different texts where one text refers to another, influencing its interpretation.

Authorial Intent: The intended meaning or message an author wants readers to derive from their work.