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Like Jane Austen and Henry James, but also like Fyodor Dostoevsky and Simone Weil, Iris Murdoch is a keen student of those egoistic obsessions that cloud our moral understanding. In Iris Murdoch's Fables of Unselfing, David J. Gordon probes more deeply and comprehensively than any previous critic the intellectual energies, and the ethical imperative of 'unselfing,' that inform her fiction.Gordon contends that the term fable best describes the kind of novel Murdoch writes because in each a mythmaking purpose interacts with a commitment to realism, shaping the erotic life of fictional characters into a spiritual pilgrimage on which they struggle, more or less unsuccessfully, to overcome the selfcenteredness that keeps them away from the Good.The most original element in the fiction, Gordon argues, is not its striking modernization of Plato or its adaptations of nineteenthcentury influences, but its intensely creative struggle with Freud. In developing his analysis of her themes, Gordon draws on Murdoch's work from throughout her fortyyear career, showing how each novel grew out of its predecessors and in what ways each is original.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Iris Murdoch's Fables of Unselfing'? A: The main theme revolves around the concept of 'unselfing,' exploring how egoistic obsessions affect moral understanding and the pursuit of goodness.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is David J. Gordon, who offers a comprehensive analysis of Iris Murdoch's literary contributions.
- Q: What type of book is 'Iris Murdoch's Fables of Unselfing'? A: This book is a critical analysis that examines the themes and ethical imperatives in Iris Murdoch's fiction.
- Q: What is the condition of the used book being offered? A: The book is categorized as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it may show some signs of wear but is still suitable for reading.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book has a total of 199 pages.
- Q: When was 'Iris Murdoch's Fables of Unselfing' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 1995.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: Is this book part of a specific literary category? A: Yes, it falls under the category of 'Movements & Periods' in literature.
- Q: What edition of the book is being offered? A: This is the First Edition of 'Iris Murdoch's Fables of Unselfing'.
- Q: What can readers expect from David J. Gordon's analysis? A: Readers can expect an in-depth examination of Murdoch's themes, especially her creative engagement with Freud and the evolution of her literary style throughout her career.