The St. Petersburg School of Literary Criticism

The St. Petersburg School of Literary Criticism was an influential group in early 20th-century Russia that focused on analyzing literature through linguistic and stylistic methods. They emphasized close reading of texts, examining language intricacies, imagery, and structure to uncover deeper meanings. Their approach was systematic and scholarly, aiming to understand a work's artistic qualities rather than just its social or political context. This school contributed to modern literary theory by highlighting the importance of form, style, and detailed textual analysis in understanding literature's aesthetic and artistic features.