This essay deals with postmodernism and its different realizations of the term in literature and about one of the most recognizable authors of this period, Salman Rushdie. First of all, we would like to give a brief overview of the history of postmodernism, whereas we see that it is rather difficult to find a clear and satisfying definition of this expression. We try to name and shortly explain the main features of postmodern literature and to inform the reader about some of the most typical authors of this period. In the second part of this essay we want to clarify the referred attributes of postmodernism with the example of Salman Rushdie whose book Shame, or at least some passages of it, will be part of a closer analysis.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Postmodernism as a general phenomenon
- A chronological categorization
- Postmodernism as a western movement
- The social circumstances that led to the postmodern movement
- The Enlightenment
- Social and cultural conscience
- The specific features of postmodern literature
- Fragmentation
- Discontinuity and Deconstruction
- Meta-narrative
- Metafiction
- Pastiche
- Magic Realism
- Typical postmodern authors
- Salman Rushdie
- Life and Works
- The Fatwa
- The Writer Salman Rushdie
- The postcolonial Writer
- The postmodern Writer
- Postmodern example Shame
- Shame
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Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This essay explores postmodernism and its diverse manifestations in literature, focusing on the renowned author Salman Rushdie. It aims to provide a brief overview of postmodernism's history, highlighting the difficulty in defining this multifaceted concept. The essay outlines the main features of postmodern literature and introduces some of its prominent authors. The second part of the essay examines the characteristics of postmodernism through the lens of Salman Rushdie's work, specifically analyzing excerpts from his novel "Shame."
- The evolution and characteristics of postmodernism
- The influence of the Enlightenment and social change on postmodern thought
- The key features of postmodern literature, including fragmentation, discontinuity, and metafiction
- The role of Salman Rushdie as a postmodern and postcolonial writer
- An analysis of "Shame" as a representative example of postmodern literature
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The introduction provides a brief overview of the essay's focus, highlighting the complexity of defining postmodernism. It introduces Salman Rushdie as a key figure in this literary movement. The first chapter delves into postmodernism as a general phenomenon, exploring its chronological categorization and its origins within Western culture. It discusses the influence of structuralism and post-structuralism, particularly the work of Claude Levi-Strauss and Noam Chomsky. The chapter also examines the historical and social context of postmodernism, exploring its roots in the Enlightenment and its connections to various social movements.
The second chapter further examines the social circumstances that led to the postmodern movement. It discusses the impact of the Enlightenment on modern thought, highlighting the emphasis on reason, order, and science. The chapter also explores the role of social and cultural consciousness in shaping postmodern ideas, focusing on the influence of mass media and globalization.
The third chapter delves into the specific features of postmodern literature. It contrasts postmodern literature with modern literature, emphasizing the former's embrace of fluidity, multiple perspectives, irony, and the blurring of boundaries. The chapter explores key characteristics of postmodern literature, including fragmentation, discontinuity, meta-narrative, metafiction, pastiche, and magic realism.
The fourth chapter introduces typical postmodern authors, setting the stage for the focus on Salman Rushdie. The fifth chapter focuses on Salman Rushdie's life, works, and the controversy surrounding the "Fatwa" issued against him. The sixth chapter explores Rushdie's position as a postcolonial and postmodern writer, highlighting his unique perspective and contributions to literature.
The seventh chapter provides an analysis of Salman Rushdie's novel "Shame" as a prime example of postmodern literature. It explores the narrative elements of the novel and its use of postmodern techniques.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The essay focuses on postmodernism, its historical context, and its manifestations in literature, particularly through the work of Salman Rushdie. Key themes include the Enlightenment, structuralism, post-structuralism, fragmentation, discontinuity, metafiction, postcolonialism, and the analysis of "Shame." The essay explores the relationship between society, culture, and literary expression in the postmodern era.
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- Myriam Christ (Autor), 2004, Postmodernism and Salman Rushdie, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/154366
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