Danielle M. Roemer (Editor), Cristina Bacchilega (Editor)

Angela Carter and the Fairy Tale (Marvels & Tales Special Issue)

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ISBN 13:
9780814329054
author:
Danielle M. Roemer (Editor), Cristina Bacchilega (Editor)
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Wayne State University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2001
Pages:
272
Dimensions:
15.2 x 1.5 x 22.9 cm
Genre:
Society, Politics & Philosophy, Social Science
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 5 working days
£29.30

Description

Angela Carter and the Fairy Tale is a diverse collection of scholarly essays, fiction, personal reminiscence, and interviews exploring the author's approaches to the fair-tale genre. Editors Danielle M. Roemer and Cristina Bacchilega, along with contributors from an international group of scholars, artists, and novelists, examine various facets of Carter's work and life, opening new avenues for further research. This volume brings together a range of perspectives on Carter's innovative use of fairy-tale patterns, motifs, and content, as seen in her individual tales and novels. It will be of interest to those pursuing research in contemporary literature, folklore, and women's studies, and serves as a useful reference point for readers seeking to learn more about Carter's dynamic body of work. Through its diverse range of contributions, Angela Carter and the Fairy Tale provides a nuanced understanding of Carter's literary legacy and its ongoing relevance in academic and literary circles.

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