Franco Moretti

Franco Moretti is an Italian literary scholar and theorist known for his innovative approaches to literature. He is best recognized for his concept of "distant reading," which encourages analyzing literature on a large scale using quantitative methods, rather than focusing solely on individual texts. By employing graphs, data analysis, and comparative studies, Moretti aims to reveal patterns and trends in literary history, exploring how narratives shape and reflect cultural developments. His work challenges traditional literary analysis and seeks to broaden our understanding of literature's role in society.