Postmodernist Intertextuality in David Mitchell's Cloud Atlas

Fiction & Literature, Literary Theory & Criticism, British
Cover of the book Postmodernist Intertextuality in David Mitchell's Cloud Atlas by Martina Hrubes, GRIN Verlag
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Martina Hrubes ISBN: 9783640098750
Publisher: GRIN Verlag Publication: July 9, 2008
Imprint: GRIN Verlag Language: English
Author: Martina Hrubes
ISBN: 9783640098750
Publisher: GRIN Verlag
Publication: July 9, 2008
Imprint: GRIN Verlag
Language: English

Thesis (M.A.) from the year 2008 in the subject English Language and Literature Studies - Literature, grade: 1,0, University of Frankfurt (Main) (Institut für England- und Amerikastudien), 86 entries in the bibliography, language: English, abstract: The title of this study is 'Postmodernist Intertextuality in David Mitchell's Cloud Atlas' and is based on the following hypotheses: 1.There is a particular kind of intertextuality specific to postmodernist literature that differs from previous uses of intertextual references. 2.Postmodernist intertextuality is deconstructive, self-reflexive and critical of Western hegemonic discourses and metanarratives. 3.This specific kind of intertextuality is a key element of postmodernist art. The first part of this work is going to outline some of the social and historical developments that have been associated with the postmodern condition and the rise of new art forms which respond to these changes. Lyotard's description of postmodernity as an age that is marked by its profound 'incredulity toward metanarratives' (The Postmodern Condition: A Report on Knowledge xxiv) is of particular significance to this study, especially his critique of the so-called 'Enlightenment narrative' (xxiii) with its humanist values. This definition helps understand the interaction between postmodern theory and postmodernist art which are both directed against the same universalist assumptions. In the second part of this study, the concept of postmodernist intertextuality is applied to David Mitchell's novel Cloud Atlas.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Thesis (M.A.) from the year 2008 in the subject English Language and Literature Studies - Literature, grade: 1,0, University of Frankfurt (Main) (Institut für England- und Amerikastudien), 86 entries in the bibliography, language: English, abstract: The title of this study is 'Postmodernist Intertextuality in David Mitchell's Cloud Atlas' and is based on the following hypotheses: 1.There is a particular kind of intertextuality specific to postmodernist literature that differs from previous uses of intertextual references. 2.Postmodernist intertextuality is deconstructive, self-reflexive and critical of Western hegemonic discourses and metanarratives. 3.This specific kind of intertextuality is a key element of postmodernist art. The first part of this work is going to outline some of the social and historical developments that have been associated with the postmodern condition and the rise of new art forms which respond to these changes. Lyotard's description of postmodernity as an age that is marked by its profound 'incredulity toward metanarratives' (The Postmodern Condition: A Report on Knowledge xxiv) is of particular significance to this study, especially his critique of the so-called 'Enlightenment narrative' (xxiii) with its humanist values. This definition helps understand the interaction between postmodern theory and postmodernist art which are both directed against the same universalist assumptions. In the second part of this study, the concept of postmodernist intertextuality is applied to David Mitchell's novel Cloud Atlas.

More books from GRIN Verlag

Cover of the book Rechtliche Grenzen gefühlsbetonter Werbung by Martina Hrubes
Cover of the book Share Deal und Asset Deal. Vor- und Nachteile im Hinblick auf den Erwerb einer Gewerbeimmobilie by Martina Hrubes
Cover of the book Die Muslimbruderschaft und Al-Qaida. Wesen, Ideologie und Wirken im Vergleich by Martina Hrubes
Cover of the book Impacts Of Maritime Insecurity On Peace And Stability In The Indian Ocean Region by Martina Hrubes
Cover of the book Zu Leibniz' Körperbegriff in seinen späten Jahren. Verhältnis von Monaden und Körpern by Martina Hrubes
Cover of the book Varietäten der Britischen Inseln by Martina Hrubes
Cover of the book Festlegung der Hospitationsaufgabe - Medieneinsatz im Geographieunterricht by Martina Hrubes
Cover of the book Von ambulanten zur stationären Pflege im Pflegeheim. Die Perspektive pflegender Angehöriger by Martina Hrubes
Cover of the book Postmodernismus in der Literatur by Martina Hrubes
Cover of the book Die Funktion der Konzernrechnungslegung für das Konzerncontrolling by Martina Hrubes
Cover of the book Virtuelle Mauern: Veränderungen politischer Kommunikation in autoritären Staaten. by Martina Hrubes
Cover of the book Das Hambacher Fest. Verfälschung des Geschichtsverständnisses durch Schulbuchtexte? Unterrichtspraktische Prüfung für gymnasiale Oberstufe by Martina Hrubes
Cover of the book Ein Kommentar zum Buch 'La Colmena' von Camilo José Cela by Martina Hrubes
Cover of the book Die innenpolitischen Debatten in den Anfangsjahren von 'Publik-Forum' (1972/1973) by Martina Hrubes
Cover of the book Die libysche Staatsgründung unter besonderer Berücksichtigung des Einflusses von Gamal Abdel Nasser by Martina Hrubes
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy