Peacock, James

Understanding Paul Auster

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ISBN 13:: 9781611170528
author:: Peacock, James
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: University of South Carolina Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2017
Pages:: 264
Genre:: Fiction & Literature, Literary Criticsm, American
Condition:: New
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Understanding Paul Auster provides a comprehensive exploration of the work of a writer who blends Jewish American identity with European sensibility across various literary forms. James Peacock examines how Auster's fiction evolves, focusing on the individual's complex relationship with language. At its core, Auster's writing is concerned with the power of language to shape our understanding of reality. This theme is present throughout his work, from his early poetry to more recent films and novels that explore the human condition. Peacock argues that for Auster, language is not just a means of documentation, but also a tool for creative expression and connection. This study offers insight into Auster's literary development, highlighting the ways in which he incorporates diverse voices and perspectives into his work. As a result, his fiction often emphasizes the importance of empathetic relations with others, particularly in the aftermath of significant events such as 9/11.

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