
Counterfeit Culture: Truth and Authenticity in the American Prose Epic since 1960
di
Rob Turner
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Science & Technology
History
Formato
Copertina rigida
Pagine
232
Lingua
Inglese
Pubblicato
Aug 1, 2019
Editore
Cambridge University Press
ISBN-10
1108428487
ISBN-13
9781108428484
Descrizione
In a world increasingly clouded by misinformation and competing narratives, a bold investigation into the essence of authenticity emerges. The author delves into the complexities of American prose epic since 1960, unraveling how writers grapple with questions of truth amidst a backdrop of cultural deceit. As conventional narratives clash with an era riddled with alternative facts, the work ponders whether the epic can still serve as a vessel for genuine expression and representation.
Rob Turner navigates through various literary landscapes, highlighting key works and their authors who confront the challenges of authenticity head-on. By examining thematic elements and stylistic approaches, he emphasizes the evolving nature of epic traditions in response to societal shifts. Each chapter presents a compelling argument for the preservation of truth in literature, even as the modern world seems intent on blurring those lines.
Through insightful analysis and poignant examples, the exploration ultimately invites readers to reassess their understanding of what constitutes authenticity in storytelling. In doing so, it advocates for a renewed appreciation of the prose epic as a crucial medium for both personal and collective narratives in an uncertain age.
Rob Turner navigates through various literary landscapes, highlighting key works and their authors who confront the challenges of authenticity head-on. By examining thematic elements and stylistic approaches, he emphasizes the evolving nature of epic traditions in response to societal shifts. Each chapter presents a compelling argument for the preservation of truth in literature, even as the modern world seems intent on blurring those lines.
Through insightful analysis and poignant examples, the exploration ultimately invites readers to reassess their understanding of what constitutes authenticity in storytelling. In doing so, it advocates for a renewed appreciation of the prose epic as a crucial medium for both personal and collective narratives in an uncertain age.
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