Synopsis Analytical evaluation of book, essay, article, poetry, etc., by a person, whether known to writer or not, through a written communication is an expression of literary criticism.  Such an art of literary criticism is based on sound knowledge of both language and subject matter, experience, principles and themes of criticism and communicative ability of communicator, i.e., the critic.  "An Introduction to Literary Criticism" is a sincere endeavour to bring before the readers meaning, styles, techniques, types and methods of literary criticism both in historical and modern perspective.  The book delves deep into renowned critics along with their works of criticism and their contribution to art of criticism in a lucid way.  This unique presentation is of utmost importance to teachers, students, critics and interested readers.