Literary criticism is the analysis, interpretation, and evaluation of literature, particularly literary texts such as novels, poems, plays, and essays. This field of study examines the themes, structures, characters, and techniques used in literary works to understand their meaning and significance. Literary critics use various theoretical approaches and methodologies to examine the relationships between literature and culture, society, history, and politics. They aim to uncover deeper layers of meaning in texts and explore how literature reflects and shapes human experiences and emotions. Literary criticism is a diverse and interdisciplinary field that engages with a wide range of literary genres and traditions.