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Rethinking World Literature: 3 Approaches to a New Canon

David Damrosch, Franco Moretti

Forget the dusty classics. In this video, we explore three radical approaches to redefining world literature for the 21st century. Drawing from the work of scholars like David Damrosch and Franco Moretti, we challenge the traditional Eurocentric canon and ask: What happens to literature when we read it globally, translationally, and digitally? Discover how new methods—from distant reading to planetary models—are reshaping our understanding of literary value, cultural exchange, and the very idea of a 'world' in world literature. Whether you're a student, a writer, or just a curious reader, this video will change how you think about the books on your shelf.