Peter Ackroyd was born in London in 1949 and educated at St. Benedict’s School, Ealing. He graduated from Clare College, Cambridge and then won a research fellowship to study at Yale University from 1971-73. He was awarded the Whitbread Prize and the Guardian Fiction Prize. Described as one of the most original 1980s British writers, Ackroyd was compared with novelists such as Salman Rushdie or Jeanette Winterson. Modestly, Ackroyd considers his output, which includes poetry, biographies, and novels simply as ‘writing’, being the result of the simple creative impulse.
"One can [...] assume that unlike any piece of fiction, metafiction is fiction about fiction, i.e. fiction which self-consciously reflects upon its own nature, its modes of production, and its intended effect on the reader."
Inhaltsverzeichnis
- Peter Ackroyd and Metafiction
- Defining ‘metafiction'
- Historiographic Metafiction
- Tragic Hero.....
- Last Testament of Oscar Wilde as Metafictious Novel
- Wilde as Conscious Narrator.......
- References
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte
This text explores the concept of metafiction, particularly in the context of Peter Ackroyd's work. It aims to define metafiction, analyze its historical development, and examine its presence in Ackroyd's writing, specifically in his novel "The Last Testament of Oscar Wilde."
- Definition and characteristics of metafiction
- Historical development of metafiction
- Metafiction in postmodern literature
- Peter Ackroyd's use of metafiction
- Analysis of "The Last Testament of Oscar Wilde" as a metafictional novel
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel
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This chapter introduces Peter Ackroyd and his literary output, highlighting his unique style and the evolution of his writing. It discusses the perceived shift in his work, particularly the lack of humor in his non-fiction compared to his earlier fictional works. The chapter also emphasizes Ackroyd's ability to bring his subjects to life and capture their essence, drawing parallels to his biographical works.
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This chapter delves into the definition of "metafiction," exploring its origins and various interpretations. It examines different perspectives on metafiction, including its relationship to postmodernism and its distinction from traditional literary realism. The chapter also discusses the self-reflexive nature of metafiction and its exploration of the relationship between fiction and reality.
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This chapter focuses on the historical development of metafiction, tracing its roots back to 18th-century writers like Laurence Sterne and its emergence as a prominent feature of postmodern literature. It explores the reasons for the rise of metafiction in the 1960s and 70s, linking it to the postmodern rejection of traditional narratives and the questioning of established concepts of identity, reality, and representation.
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This chapter examines the characteristics of postmodern fiction, highlighting its international presence and the common features shared by its major representatives. It discusses the use of temporal disorder, pastiche, loose association of ideas, paranoia, and the blurring of discourse levels in postmodernist works. The chapter also explores the concept of "post-realism" and its impact on the development of metafictional forms.
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This chapter analyzes "The Last Testament of Oscar Wilde" as a metafictional novel, exploring how Ackroyd utilizes metafictional techniques to create a unique narrative experience. It examines the novel's self-reflexive elements, its exploration of the relationship between fiction and reality, and its commentary on the nature of biography and historical representation.
Schlüsselwörter
The keywords and focus themes of the text include metafiction, postmodern literature, Peter Ackroyd, "The Last Testament of Oscar Wilde," self-reflexivity, fictionality, reality, historical representation, and biography. The text explores the concept of metafiction, its historical development, and its presence in Ackroyd's work, particularly in "The Last Testament of Oscar Wilde." It examines how metafiction challenges traditional narrative conventions and explores the relationship between fiction and reality.
- Citar trabajo
- MA Marta Zapała-Kraj (Autor), 2015, Peter Ackroyd and Metafiction. A Brief Introduction, Múnich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/288354
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