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Memoir: An Introduction
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Each year brings a batch of new memoirs, ranging from works by former teachers and celebrity hasbeens to disillusioned soldiers and bestselling novelists. In addition to becoming bestsellers in their own right, memoirs have become a popular object of inquiry in the academy and a mainstay in most MFA workshops. Courses in what is now called 'life writing' study memoir alongside personal essays, diaries, and autobiographies. Memoir: An Introduction proffers a succinct and comprehensive survey of the genre (and its many subgenres) while taking readers through the various techniques, themes, and debates that have come to characterize the ubiquitous literary form. Its fictional origins are traced to eighteenthcentury British novels; its early American roots are examined in Benjamin Franklin's Autobiography and colonial captivity narratives; and its ethical conundrums are considered via the imbroglios brought on by the questionable claims in Rigoberta Mench's I, Rigoberta, and more notoriously, James Frey's A Million Little Pieces. Alongside these more traditional literary forms, Couser expands the discussion of memoir to include film with what he calls 'documemoir' (exemplified in Nathaniel Kahn's My Architect) and graphic narratives like Art Spiegelman's Maus.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Memoir: An Introduction' about? A: 'Memoir: An Introduction' provides a comprehensive overview of the memoir genre, discussing its techniques, themes, and evolution, along with its historical roots and ethical dilemmas.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Memoir: An Introduction' is G. Thomas Couser.
- Q: What are the main features of this memoir? A: The book covers various subgenres of memoir, techniques used in memoir writing, and includes discussions on the ethical issues surrounding memoirs.
- Q: How many pages does 'Memoir: An Introduction' have? A: 'Memoir: An Introduction' contains a total of 208 pages.
- Q: When was 'Memoir: An Introduction' published? A: 'Memoir: An Introduction' was published on December 2, 2011.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Memoir: An Introduction' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in memoir writing? A: Yes, 'Memoir: An Introduction' is suitable for beginners as it offers a succinct survey of the genre and its various techniques.
- Q: Does this book discuss memoirs in film and graphic narratives? A: Yes, 'Memoir: An Introduction' expands its discussion to include film and graphic narratives, highlighting works like 'My Architect' and 'Maus'.
- Q: What is the condition of the book if it's listed as 'Very Good'? A: A 'Very Good' condition indicates that the book is well-maintained with minimal signs of wear.
- Q: Can 'Memoir: An Introduction' be used in academic courses? A: Yes, this book is a valuable resource for academic courses on life writing, covering essential elements of memoir writing.