Quantitative Literary Studies

Quantitative Literary Studies is an approach that uses computational and statistical techniques to analyze literary texts. Instead of traditional close reading, it examines large collections of books or passages to identify patterns, trends, and relationships—such as word frequencies, themes, or stylistic changes over time. This method enables researchers to uncover insights about literature’s evolution, authorship, or societal influences at a scale beyond manual analysis, combining literary criticism with data analysis to deepen understanding of texts and literary history.