
Writing Animals: Language, Suffering, and Animality in Twenty-First-Century Fiction
von
Timothy C. Baker
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Format
Gebundene Ausgabe
Seiten
246
Sprache
Englisch
Veröffentlicht
Jan 16, 2019
Verlag
Palgrave Macmillan
Ausgabe
1st ed. 2019
ISBN-10
3030038793
ISBN-13
9783030038793
Beschreibung
Timothy C. Baker explores the intricate relationships between language and animality in contemporary fiction, shedding light on the often overlooked presence of animals in narrative culture. The book delves into how modern writers employ the voices of various creatures, weaving complex stories that reflect on suffering, identity, and the human-animal connection. By examining a diverse range of literary works, Baker illuminates the evolving ways in which authors engage with non-human lives and their experiences within society.
Through his insightful analysis, Baker challenges readers to reconsider their perceptions of animals in literature, urging a deeper understanding of the ethical implications surrounding language and representation. He draws connections between the struggles of fictional animals and broader societal issues, revealing how these narratives can provoke meaningful conversations about empathy, environment, and the place of animals in the human world. This examination not only enriches literature but also encourages a reflective dialogue on speciesism and the moral responsibilities humans hold towards other beings.
Through his insightful analysis, Baker challenges readers to reconsider their perceptions of animals in literature, urging a deeper understanding of the ethical implications surrounding language and representation. He draws connections between the struggles of fictional animals and broader societal issues, revealing how these narratives can provoke meaningful conversations about empathy, environment, and the place of animals in the human world. This examination not only enriches literature but also encourages a reflective dialogue on speciesism and the moral responsibilities humans hold towards other beings.
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