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The Cambridge History of Postmodern Literature

Len Platt editor Brian McHale editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Cambridge University Press

Published:17th Dec '20

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This History offers a comprehensive survey of postmodern literature, from its emergence in the mid-twentieth century to the present day.

This History offers a comprehensive survey of the field, from its emergence in the mid-twentieth century to the present day. It offers an unparalleled examination of postmodern writing that helps readers to understand how fiction, poetry, literary criticism, feminist theory, and mass media have characterized the development of postmodernism.The Cambridge History of Postmodern Literature offers a comprehensive survey of the field, from its emergence in the mid-twentieth century to the present day. It offers an unparalleled examination of all facets of postmodern writing that helps readers to understand how fiction and poetry, literary criticism, feminist theory, mass media, and the visual and fine arts have characterized the historical development of postmodernism. Covering subjects from the Cold War and countercultures to the Latin American Boom and magic realism, this History traces the genealogy of a literary tradition while remaining grounded in current scholarship. It also presents new critical approaches to postmodern literature that will serve the needs of students and specialists alike. Written by a host of leading scholars, this History will not only engage readers in contemporary debates but also serve as a definitive reference for years to come.

'… this collection will be invaluable to students of literature.' C. E. O'Neill, Choice

ISBN: 9781316505885

Dimensions: 229mm x 152mm x 31mm

Weight: 805g

553 pages