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Pen of Iron: American Prose and the King James Bible,New
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How the King James Bible has influenced the style of the American novel from Melville to Cormac McCarthyThe simple yet grand language of the King James Bible has pervaded American culture from the beginningand its powerful eloquence continues to be felt even today. In this book, acclaimed biblical translator and literary critic Robert Alter traces some of the fascinating ways that American novelistsfrom Melville, Hemingway, and Faulkner to Bellow, Marilynne Robinson, and Cormac McCarthyhave drawn on the rich stylistic resources of the canonical English Bible to fashion their own strongly resonant styles and distinctive visions of reality. Showing the radically different manners in which the words, idioms, syntax, and cadences of this Bible are woven into MobyDick, Absalom, Absalom!, The Sun Also Rises, Seize the Day, Gilead, and The Road, Alter reveals the wide variety of stylistic and imaginative possibilities that American novelists have found in Scripture. At the same time, Alter demonstrates the importance of looking closely at the style of literary works, making the case that style is not merely an aesthetic phenomenon but is the very medium through which writers conceive their worlds.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Pen of Iron'? A: 'Pen of Iron' explores how the King James Bible has influenced the style and language of American novels from authors like Melville to Cormac McCarthy.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Pen of Iron'? A: The author of 'Pen of Iron' is Robert Alter, an acclaimed biblical translator and literary critic.
- Q: How many pages does 'Pen of Iron' have? A: 'Pen of Iron' has a total of 208 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'Pen of Iron' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'Pen of Iron' published? A: 'Pen of Iron' was published on February 28, 2010.
- Q: What literary styles does Robert Alter discuss in 'Pen of Iron'? A: Robert Alter discusses various literary styles influenced by the King James Bible, highlighting how authors weave its language into their narratives.
- Q: Is there a specific focus on any American novelists in 'Pen of Iron'? A: Yes, 'Pen of Iron' specifically examines the works of notable American novelists such as Melville, Hemingway, Faulkner, and Cormac McCarthy.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from 'Pen of Iron'? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into how the King James Bible has shaped American literature and the stylistic techniques employed by various authors.
- Q: Does 'Pen of Iron' address the importance of literary style? A: Yes, the book argues that literary style is not merely aesthetic but is crucial to how writers conceive and present their worlds.
- Q: Is 'Pen of Iron' suitable for academic study? A: 'Pen of Iron' is suitable for academic study, particularly for those interested in American literature, biblical influences, and literary criticism.