The Musical Novel

Imitation of Musical Structure, Performance, and Reception in Contemporary Fiction

Autori

• Emily Petermann

Serie

• Studi Europei in Letteratura e Cultura Nordamericana

Parametri

• 250 pagine
• 9 ore di lettura

• Arte / Cultura
• Mappe e viaggi
• Musica
• Sulla letteratura

Maggiori informazioni sul libro

The book delves into "musical novels," exploring how music influences narrative structure. It focuses on jazz-themed works by Toni Morrison and Michael Ondaatje, examining their rhythmic and improvisational elements. Additionally, it analyzes novels inspired by Bach's Goldberg Variations, highlighting the interplay between music and storytelling. Through this lens, the author reveals the intricate connections between literary form and musical composition, offering a unique perspective on the art of novel writing.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2014

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