Writing about what has been written. Some reflections on creativity in the interpretation of literary texts

Abstract

When we speak of literary research, or the so called science of literature, the question that arises is what creativity in this sort of writing/research is. It mainly consists in interpreting literary texts in which the researcher’s capacity to unfold creativity is demanded. Indeed, a good literary work is very creative, albeit the analysis of this is sometimes perceived as rigorous and ‘dry’. This essay presents some reflections as regards the reconciliation of these two allegedly opposed aspects.