Creatural Fictions

Human-Animal Relationships in Twentieth- and Twenty-First-Century Literature

Autori

• David Herman

Parametri

• 304 pagine
• 11 ore di lettura

• Arte / Cultura
• Scienze sociali
• Sulla letteratura

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The book delves into the intricate relationships between humans and animals as depicted in modern literature. Featuring contributions from both early-career scholars and established experts, it analyzes significant works in the growing genre of animal narratives. Key texts discussed include those by Franz Kafka and Yann Martel, highlighting how these narratives challenge traditional human-animal boundaries and provoke deeper reflections on empathy, ethics, and coexistence.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2016

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