Mimesis In Motion

Worksheet Description

The “Literary Criticism from the Mimetic Perspective” worksheet guides students in crafting a short paper of literary criticism through the lens of mimesis, which involves the imitation or representation of reality in literature.

Students begin by providing the title and author’s name of the selected text, followed by a brief overview of the text’s subject matter. They then delve into the concept of mimesis, exploring the ways in which the text imitates or reflects real-life situations, characters, and cultural models.

Students analyze the relationship between the text and its literary or cultural models, identifying instances where the text mirrors real-world elements. This exercise encourages students to consider how mimesis contributes to the depth and authenticity of literary works.