Joseph Darlington
Christine Brooke-Rose and Post-War Literature
Christine Brooke-Rose and Post-War Literature
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This book provides a comprehensive overview of Christine Brooke-Rose's writing and intellectual career, tracing her development from social satire to space-aged experimentalism and poststructuralism. It utilizes archive research and interviews to place her work in the context of historical events, such as Bletchley Park codebreaking and the events of Paris in 1968.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 174 pages
Publication date: 12 June 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG
This captivating book delves into the extensive and diverse body of work of renowned author Christine Brooke-Rose through a meticulous blend of archival research, insightful interviews, and thorough historical analysis. Renowned for her avant-garde and unconventional approaches to the novel form, this comprehensive work charts the remarkable journey of Brooke-Rose's artistic development, spanning from her early days as a social satirist to her pioneering experiments in space-age experimentalism during the 1960s, and eventually evolving into her exploration of poststructuralism and her fascination with digital computing and genetics.
The book offers a comprehensive overview of Brooke-Rose's writing and intellectual career, providing fresh insights through new archival research that contextualizes her work within the historically significant events that shaped her life. From her involvement in Bletchley Park codebreaking during World War II to her experiences in Paris during the tumultuous May 1968 protests, and from the dawning of the internet to the rise of poststructuralism, this book sheds light on the diverse influences and inspirations that have shaped Brooke-Rose's artistic vision.
Joseph Darlington, the author of this insightful study, begins by delving into Brooke-Rose's early novels, which were characterized by their social satire and marked the beginning of her artistic journey. He then explores her experimental phase, where she pushed the boundaries of traditional storytelling, experimenting with form and structure. Finally, he illuminates Brooke-Rose's unique approach to autobiography, advocating for a reevaluation of this interdisciplinary author and her profound contribution to poststructuralism, life writing, and post-war literature.
Through meticulous research and engaging prose, this book offers readers a deep and immersive exploration of Christine Brooke-Rose's artistic legacy. It serves as a valuable resource for scholars, students, and enthusiasts of literature, providing a comprehensive understanding of this remarkable author's life and work. Whether you are a seasoned reader or a newcomer to Brooke-Rose's oeuvre, this book will captivate and inspire you with its rich insights and innovative perspectives.
Weight: 248g
Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030759087
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021
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