About
Terence Francis Eagleton is a highly influential English literary theorist, critic, and public intellectual. He is currently Distinguished Professor (Emeritus) of English Literature at Lancaster University. Eagleton is known for his Marxist literary criticism and his writings on culture, ideology, and religion. He is one of the most prominent literary theorists of his generation.
Career Timeline
Criticism and Ideology Publication
Published his first major work, establishing him as a literary theorist.
Literary Theory: Introduction Release
Published 'Literary Theory: An Introduction,' becoming a standard text.
Ideology: An Introduction
Further solidified his reputation with works on Ideology.
After Theory Publication
Published 'After Theory,' reflecting on the state of literary studies.
Radical Sacrifice Release
Continued publishing influential works on culture and religion.
Eminent Literary Theorist
Remains a highly regarded literary theorist and public intellectual.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026