which of the opposing theories reader response or authorial intent is correct argumentative essay

Must be on side of Reader Response Theory

research on both theories are needed

Authorial intent theory: a position that argues that the creator of a text possesses a privileged understanding of its meaning and that consequently any interpretation that contradicts this understanding must be defer to the author’s intentions.

Reader Response Theory: A view of literary works that argues that meaning does not reside in the text, but in the mind of the reader. The text suctions only as a canvas onto which the reader projects whatever his or her reactions may be. The text is a cause of different thoughts, but does not provide a reason for one interpretation rather than another.

Research both theories but essay must support reader response theory

REQUIREMENTS: 4-6 pages, 4 reliable outside sources, MLA format, works cited with all cites used

Must contain: a clear argument- you must take a clear and firm stand on the question of which literary theory you agree with. must support with evidence. needs a counter argument- make a case for the opposing opinion. and must have a rebuttal to the counter argument- why the opposing opinion is weak.

I have already written a intro paragraph and thesis statement that I will attach, please revise it including the thesis if you believe it is weak and needs improvement.