Fiction and Emotion

Delve into the intriguing world of emotions in literature with Fiction and Emotion by Bijoy H. Boruah. Published by Oxford University Press in 1988, this insightful hardback edition spans 144 pages and tackles a fascinating question: why do we respond emotionally to fictional narratives, even when we recognize them as mere make-believe?

Boruah presents a compelling argument that the emotions evoked by fiction are not only valid but also rational. Through a rich array of literary examples, including the works of iconic authors such as Shakespeare and Tolstoy, he illustrates how fiction can elicit profound emotional responses. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of philosophy, literature, and human emotion.

Explore the depths of literary emotion and discover the rationality behind our responses to fiction with this thought-provoking work by Bijoy H. Boruah.