What are the levels of the method system of literary theory?
The method system of literary theory could usually be divided into the following levels: Phenomenological level: pay attention to the literary phenomenon itself, such as the text structure, language use, character image, etc. Through the analysis and interpretation of literary works, explore the essence and significance of literature. 2. The level of language studies: The study of literary works as a part of the language system, studying the grammar, semantics, pragmatic and other characteristics of literary language and the application of these characteristics in literary works. The third level of history: to view literary works as part of the human social and cultural system and study the historical background, cultural context, social trends of thought, and the influence of these historical backgrounds and trends on literary works. The fourth level of philosophy: to regard literature as a kind of answer to philosophical questions. To study literature as an expression of philosophy, such as the meaning, value, authenticity of literature, and the philosophical basis and way of thinking of these philosophical questions. 5. Political/social level: view literature as a reflection of politics or social systems. Study the influence of literature on social and political systems, such as the influence of literature on power relations, class relations, gender relations, and the political and social system factors behind these influences. 6. Psychology level: Literature works are regarded as an expression of human emotional experience. The relationship between emotional expression, emotional experience and human psychological characteristics in literary works, as well as the influence of these psychological characteristics on literary works. These levels are interconnected and different levels can jointly explain and explore the meaning and value of literary works, as well as the cultural and historical background behind literary works.