On the relationship of comparative literature to 'Strata Poetics' and 'Fundamental Poetics'

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The essay explores the challenges faced by comparatists since their separation from national literary studies, emphasizing their quest for a comprehensive theory. It discusses the need for a framework that encompasses the evolution and dynamics of literary genres while also addressing the interconnectedness of various art forms. The author reflects on the historical context and the ongoing struggle to define a cohesive approach to the mutual illumination of the arts, highlighting the complexities within the field of comparative literature.