The Agency of Objects in English Prose, 17891832

Conspicuous Things

Autori

• Nikolina Hatton

Parametri

• 260 pagine
• 10 ore di lettura

• Arte / Cultura
• Scienze sociali
• Storia
• Storia del mondo
• Sulla letteratura

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Exploring the role of objects in English prose from 1789 to 1832, this work examines how material culture influences narrative and character development. It delves into the significance of everyday items, highlighting their impact on social status, identity, and relationships within literary contexts. Through a detailed analysis of various texts, the book reveals how objects serve as symbols and agents, shaping both the stories and the lives of the characters, while reflecting broader societal changes during this transformative period.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2020

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