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postmodern theory is characterized by new philosophical beliefs about reality, truth and language. postmodern literture responds to these philosohies and postmodern literary elements namely questioanable narrator, magic realism, metafiction, temporal distortion, metanarrative and irony etc. now to apply postmodern theory on a piece of literature it is essential to find postmodern perspectives in literature. i applied this theory on a Pakistani novel, Burnt Shadows by Kamila Shamsie and found questionable narrator, subjective truth, characters as social constructive self and some postmodern literary elements.
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What has the author Theo d' Haen written?
Theo d' Haen has written: 'The Routledge companion to world literature' -- subject(s): Literature and globalization, Literature, Literature and society, History and criticism 'World literature' -- subject(s): Literature, Theory, Literature and society, Comparative literature, Literature and globalization, History and criticism 'British Postmodern Fiction.(Postmodern Studies 7) (Postmodern Studies)' 'Cultural Identity and Postmodern Writing (Postmodern Studies 39) (Postmodern Studies)' 'LIMINAL POSTMODERNISMS. The Postmodern, the (Post-)Colonial, and the (Post-)Feminist. (Postmodern Studies)' 'Text to Reader' -- subject(s): Fiction, History and criticism 'Amerikaanse literatuur' 'Constellation Caliban. Figurations of a Character. (Text)' 'Linguistics and the Study of Literature (DQR Studies in Literature 1) (Costerus New Series)'
What has the author Brian Edwards written?
Brian Edwards has written: 'Distinction and meritorious service awards for hospital doctors and dentists in the N.H.S' 'Theories of play and postmodern fiction' -- subject(s): Postmodernism (Literature), Play in literature, History and criticism, Fiction
What are the theories of literature?
The four types of literary theories according to Abrams are: emotional persuasive reflective structural
Who is generally considered a Postmodern author Apex?
which story is most likely a work of postmodern literature?a drama in which the characters wait for a bus they all know will never arrive :) apex
What accurately describes the effects of Contemporary and Postmodern literature?
Contemporary literature reflects the experiences and ideas of the present time, focusing on diverse voices and perspectives. Postmodern literature challenges traditional storytelling conventions, often blurring the lines between fiction and reality, and questioning established truths and interpretations of the world.
In which the literary eras are arranged chronologically from first to last?
The literary eras are typically arranged chronologically as follows: Ancient literature Medieval literature Renaissance literature Enlightenment literature Romantic literature Victorian literature Modernist literature Postmodern literature
What is a characteristic of Postmodern literature?
Postmodern literature often blurs the line between fiction and reality, challenges traditional narrative structures, and questions the concept of universal truths. It incorporates self-referential elements and metafictional techniques to explore themes of fragmentation, subjectivity, and the complexity of language.
What photographer is considered a postmodernist?
which story is most likely a work of postmodern literature?a drama in which the characters wait for a bus they all know will never arrive :) apex
What has the author Margaret E Gray written?
Margaret E. Gray has written: 'Postmodern Proust' -- subject(s): Postmodernism (Literature)
Who is a post modern author?
Tim O’Brien APEXXX :)
What has the author Jason P Vest written?
Jason P. Vest has written: 'The postmodern humanism of Philip K. Dick' -- subject(s): Postmodernism (Literature), Criticism and interpretation, Humanism in literature
Where do we see Postmodern characteristics outside of literature?
Postmodern characteristics can be seen in art, architecture, music, and fashion. These include a focus on irony, pastiche, bricolage, and a blurring of traditional boundaries and categories. Postmodernism also values subjectivity, individualism, and the deconstruction of dominant narratives.
