Entanglements: Envisioning World Literature from the Global South

ENTANGLEMENTS: ENVISIONING WORLD LITERATURE FROM THE GLOBAL SOUTH explores South-South entanglements in world literature, challenging established ideas and presenting case studies from various language traditions to broaden understanding of globalized modernity.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 17 May 2022
Publisher: ibidem-Verlag, Jessica Haunschild u Christian Schon

ENTANGLEMENTS: ENVISIONING WORLD LITERATURE FROM THE GLOBAL SOUTH is a groundbreaking exploration that delves into the intricate web of historical and contemporary South-South entanglements, shedding light on the evolving landscape of world literature in a rapidly globalizing world. By reimagining the concept of world literature through the lens of entanglements, the volume challenges established notions and broadens our understanding of literary activity beyond the boundaries of literary canons, cultural containers, and national borders.

The collection presents a rich tapestry of individual case studies from diverse language traditions, showcasing the intricate literary relationships and practices across Africa, the Americas, Asia, and Europe. These case studies explore new fictional, poetic, and theoretical conceptions of world literature, offering a fresh perspective on the multifaceted entanglements within a expanding communicative network that shapes our interconnected global world.

Through its comprehensive analysis, ENTANGLEMENTS: ENVISIONING WORLD LITERATURE FROM THE GLOBAL SOUTH provides a valuable contribution to the field of literary studies, offering a nuanced understanding of the complex dynamics that shape world literature in the 21st century. It encourages scholars, researchers, and readers to embrace a multipolar worldview and explore the rich tapestry of literary connections across continents and cultures.

Weight: 402g
Dimension: 21 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783838215938