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Imagining Los Angeles: A City In Fiction (Western Literature and Fiction Series),Used
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The literary image of Los Angeles has evolved since the 1880s from promotional literature that hyped the region as a New Eden to contemporary visions of the city as a perplexing, sometimes corrupt, even apocalyptic place that reflects all that is wrong with America. In Imagining Los Angeles, the first literary history of the city in more than fifty years, critic David Fine traces the history and mood of the place through the work of writers as diverse as Helen Hunt Jackson, Mary Austin, Norman Mailer, Raymond Chandler, Joan Didion, Carolyn See, and many others. His lively and engaging text focuses on the way these writers saw Los Angeles and used the image of the city as an element in their work, and on how that image has changed as the city itself became ever larger, more complex, and more socially and ethnically diverse. This is essential reading for anyone interested in the literature and changing image of Southern California.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Imagining Los Angeles'? A: 'Imagining Los Angeles' explores the evolution of the literary image of Los Angeles, tracing how writers have depicted the city from its promotional beginnings in the 1880s to contemporary views that highlight its complexities and challenges.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Imagining Los Angeles'? A: The author of 'Imagining Los Angeles' is David Fine, a critic who provides a literary history of the city through the works of various authors.
- Q: What type of book is 'Imagining Los Angeles'? A: 'Imagining Los Angeles' is a literary history book that falls under the category of Movements & Periods, focusing on the representation of the city in fiction.
- Q: How many pages does 'Imagining Los Angeles' have? A: 'Imagining Los Angeles' contains 310 pages, offering a comprehensive look at the literature related to the city.
- Q: What condition is the book 'Imagining Los Angeles' in? A: 'Imagining Los Angeles' is listed as a Used Book in Good Condition, indicating that it has been previously owned but remains in a satisfactory state for reading.
- Q: When was 'Imagining Los Angeles' published? A: 'Imagining Los Angeles' was published on August 10, 2004.
- Q: What format is 'Imagining Los Angeles' available in? A: 'Imagining Los Angeles' is available in paperback format, making it accessible for readers who prefer physical books.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from reading 'Imagining Los Angeles'? A: Readers can expect to learn about the changing literary depictions of Los Angeles and how various authors have interpreted the city's social and ethnic diversity over time.
- Q: Is 'Imagining Los Angeles' suitable for academic study? A: 'Imagining Los Angeles' is suitable for academic study, particularly for those interested in literature, cultural studies, and the social history of Los Angeles.
- Q: Are there notable authors discussed in 'Imagining Los Angeles'? A: Yes, 'Imagining Los Angeles' discusses notable authors such as Helen Hunt Jackson, Mary Austin, Norman Mailer, Raymond Chandler, and Joan Didion, among others.