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Mysticism and the Mid-Century Novel
J. Clements
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Description for Mysticism and the Mid-Century Novel
Hardback. This book argues that many of the mid-twentieth century's significant novelists were united by a desire to return the increasingly interior novel to ethical engagement. They did not seek morality in society, politics or the individual will, but sought to unveil a transcendent Good by using techniques drawn from the canon of mystical literature Num Pages: 224 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 2AB; DSBH; DSK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 223 x 144 x 18. Weight in Grams: 396.
This book argues that many of the mid-twentieth century's significant novelists were united by a desire to return the increasingly interior novel to ethical engagement. They did not seek morality in society, politics or the individual will, but sought to unveil a transcendent Good by using techniques drawn from the canon of mystical literature
This book argues that many of the mid-twentieth century's significant novelists were united by a desire to return the increasingly interior novel to ethical engagement. They did not seek morality in society, politics or the individual will, but sought to unveil a transcendent Good by using techniques drawn from the canon of mystical literature
Product Details
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Number of pages
224
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
Weight
396g
Number of Pages
209
Place of Publication
Basingstoke, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780230303546
SKU
V9780230303546
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About J. Clements
JAMES CLEMENTS Assistant Professor of English at the American University of Dubai, UAE.
Reviews for Mysticism and the Mid-Century Novel
'Mysticism and the Mid-Century Novel is an original and eloquent treatment of early postwar fiction in English, describing authoritatively and persuasively the efforts of a range of enduringly important novelists to formulate a moral orientation and epistemology adequate to the catastrophes of their recent past. Tightly focused and lucidly and gracefully written throughout, this is a significant and very welcome ... Read more