American Literature in Transition, 1930-1940

American Literature in Transition, 1930–1940 is a collection of critical essays that explore the literary events of the Depression era, including protest literature, Hollywood fiction, the culture industry, and populism. It provides a comprehensive view of these topics and their structural relations, making it an invaluable resource for undergraduate, graduate students, and scholars interested in 1930s American literary culture.

Format: Hardback
Length: 408 pages
Publication date: 15 November 2018
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

In a comprehensive and intellectually rigorous exploration, American Literature in Transition, 1930–1940 brings together esteemed critics and historians to present an authoritative account of the pivotal literary events of the Depression era. Spanning a decade of profound change, this volume delves into a wide range of topics of canonical significance, including protest literature, Hollywood fiction, the culture industry, and populism. It also explores emerging areas of interest, such as radio drama, bestsellers, religious fiction, internationalism, and middlebrow domestic fiction. Traditionally, scholars have approached these issues in isolation, each treated as separate entities. However, this volume seeks to transcend that fragmented perspective by offering a unified and expansive vision that reveals the hidden structural relations and interconnectedness of these literary developments. Through a meticulous analysis, it uncovers their contradictions, similarities, and reciprocities, shedding light on the complex tapestry of the 1930s American literary culture. Whether you are an undergraduate student, a graduate scholar, or an avid enthusiast of American literary history, this volume serves as an invaluable resource, providing deep insights and perspectives into the rich and complex era of the 1930s.

Weight: 912g
Dimension: 165 x 237 x 29 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781108429382