Food in the Novels of Joseph Conrad

Eating as Narrative

Autori

• Kim Salmons

Parametri

• 127 pagine
• 5 ore di lettura

• Arte / Cultura
• Narrativa
• Sulla letteratura

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Exploring the significance of food in Joseph Conrad's literature, this book delves into the social, political, and anthropological contexts surrounding meals, food production, and cannibalism. It presents an interdisciplinary analysis, incorporating sociological, historical, and literary perspectives to illuminate modern anxieties and cultural norms reflected in food practices. By offering a fresh lens on Conrad's complex theories and philosophical dilemmas, it serves as a unique and accessible study of his works, enriching readers' understanding of late nineteenth and early twentieth-century representations.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2017

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