Strange Concepts and the Stories They Make Possible

Cognition, Culture, Narrative

Autori

• Lisa Zunshine

Parametri

• 232 pagine
• 9 ore di lettura

• Critica letteraria
• Saggistica

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Exploring themes of confused identity and the significance of twins in literature, the book delves into science fiction's portrayal of robots, cyborgs, and androids. It connects these motifs to nonsense poetry and surrealist art, showcasing how scientific concepts can enrich literary interpretation. Additionally, it highlights the application of cognitive-evolutionary research on essentialism to analyze both fiction and unconventional ideas in everyday life, offering a fresh perspective on the interplay between science and literature.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2008

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