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Corporeal Narrative in David Foster Wallace's Fiction

By Xiaomeng Wan

Corporeal Narrative in David Foster Wallace's Fiction Law

Corporeal Narrative in David Foster Wallace's Fiction

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This book serves as a critical examination of contemporary American literature by examining David Foster Wallace's incorporation of corporeal narrative techniques in his novels, with a particular focus on The Broom of the System, Infinite Jest, and The Pale King. By employing corporeal narratology as a conceptual framework, it sheds light on Wallace's profound exploration of the human body and its societal implications. Through detailed analysis, the book reveals how Wallace's narratives serve as a critique of contemporary issues such as self-alienation, consumerism, and the dehumanizing effects of modern society. Designed for scholars and students of literature, cultural studies, and narrative theory, this book provides a comprehensive understanding of Wallace's literary legacy and his keen observations on the complexities of human existence in the modern world.
Product details
Number of Pages:
132
Release Date:
2025-07-14
Publication Date:
2025-07-14
Publisher:
Springer Nature Singapore
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
9819680611
ISBN13:
9789819680610
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
369 g
Height:
160 cm
Width:
241 cm
Thickness:
13 cm
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