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Europese Studies in Noord-Amerikaanse Literatuur en Cultuur

Deze serie duikt vanuit een uitgesproken Europees perspectief in het rijke landschap van de Noord-Amerikaanse literatuur en cultuur. Het onderzoekt minutieus de ingewikkelde dialogen en wederzijdse invloeden tussen de Oude en de Nieuwe Wereld door middel van diepgaande wetenschappelijke analyses. Lezers kunnen verse perspectieven verwachten op zowel canonieke als opkomende werken. Het is essentieel voor iedereen die geïnteresseerd is in transatlantische culturele uitwisselingen en de evolutie van literatuurstudies over continenten heen.

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  • Humor in Contemporary Native North American Literature

    Reimagining Nativeness

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    • 10 uur lezen
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    This work offers a comprehensive exploration of humor in contemporary Native North American literature, emphasizing its role in shaping Native self-image and identity. It delves into how humor serves as a tool for cultural expression and resilience, highlighting the unique perspectives and experiences of Native authors. Through analysis of various literary works, the book reveals the significance of humor in addressing social issues and fostering a sense of community within Native narratives.

    Humor in Contemporary Native North American Literature
  • The Musical Novel

    • 250bladzijden
    • 9 uur lezen
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    Analyzes two groups of musical novels -- novels that take music as a model for their construction -- including jazz novels by Toni Morrison and Michael Ondaatje, and novels based on Bach's Goldberg Variations.

    The Musical Novel
  • This scholarly work explores the contributions of three North American women novelists through the lenses of gender studies and narratology. It delves into how their narratives reflect and challenge societal norms, offering insights into the construction of gender identities. By analyzing their literary techniques and themes, the study highlights the unique perspectives these authors bring to the literary landscape, enriching the understanding of women's roles in literature and culture.

    Narrative Deconstructions of Gender in Works by Audrey Thomas, Daphne Marlatt, and Louise Erdrich
  • The Musical Novel

    Imitation of Musical Structure, Performance, and Reception in Contemporary Fiction

    • 250bladzijden
    • 9 uur lezen
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    The book delves into "musical novels," exploring how music influences narrative structure. It focuses on jazz-themed works by Toni Morrison and Michael Ondaatje, examining their rhythmic and improvisational elements. Additionally, it analyzes novels inspired by Bach's Goldberg Variations, highlighting the interplay between music and storytelling. Through this lens, the author reveals the intricate connections between literary form and musical composition, offering a unique perspective on the art of novel writing.

    The Musical Novel
  • Exploring urban fiction in the US and Canada, this comparative study delves into how two novels from New York and two from Toronto depict urban life after postmodernism. It analyzes the unique representations and themes within these works, shedding light on the cultural and societal dynamics of urban environments in both cities. The study offers insights into the evolution of urban narratives and their implications in contemporary literature.

    New York and Toronto Novels After Postmodernism: Explorations of the Urban
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    Contemporary Historical Fiction and the End of the Cold War

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    The book explores the resurgence of 19th-century cultural pluralism in modern American literature, focusing on how novelists since the 1990s have redefined the historical novel. It emphasizes their shift towards exploring selfhood rather than seeking objective truth, thereby transforming the genre's role and significance in American culture.

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