Deconstruction This is a difficult word and concept that almost defies description because it embodies the notion that there is no single Truth or interpretation. A blindingly simple description is that it can be a way of criticizing not only both literary and philosophical texts but other things as well, for example, art and architecture. The following presents very simple concepts for a basic understanding, but I would suggest that to have a deeper understanding a person would have to read a variety of sources from different disciplines and perspectives.