Wikipedia:Critical Theory basic topics

These should be the most basic topics in the field--topics about which we'd like to have articles soon. Please see the most basic encyclopedia article topics for general instructions on constructing this list, and consult complete list of encyclopedia topics.

I. Main ideas

   A.  The lack of a center/essence in ALL things
   B.  The construction of meaning
   C.  The construction of the self(ideas, perceptions)

II. Main techniques

   A.  Deconstruction of assumed "realities"
   B.  Meta-theory
   C.  Self-reflexivity

III. Main theorists

  <long list here... lot's of French and German intellectuals, and later some Americans>

IV. History of the development of theory

V. Possible future of theory