Title
The Elsewhere Community (Massey Lectures)
Delivery time: 8-12 business days (International)
All Humans, By Their Nature,' Said Aristotle, 'Desire To Know.' A Special And Unparalleled Way To Know Is To Simply Go Where You'Ve Never Been Before. And The Key To This Quest For Knowledge Is 'Elsewhere.'So Begins The Elsewhere Community By Acclaimed Literary Critic Hugh Kenner, Author Of The Pound Era, And Himself A Living Archive Of Modernism In Twentiethcentury Literature. Kenner Traces The Quest For Elsewhere As It Manifests Itself In Various Modes Of Travel, From The Eighteenth Century English Tradition Of A Grand Tour To The Continent, To Literary Meetingsofthemind (Milton'S Visit To Galileo, T.S. Eliot'S To Ezra Pound, Kenner'S Own Visit To Beckett), To Today'S Planetwide Internet Journeys, Free From All Physical Limitations. As He Chronicles This Elsewhere Community Built Of People Exploring The Unknown, Kenner Illuminates How This Passion Has Infused Literature, From Homer And Dante To Dickens And Joyce. Kenner Frames This Unique Exploration With A Witty Rumination On The Life Of The Literary Expatriate, Fondly Recalling His Friendships With Ezra Pound, Samuel Beckett, Wyndham Lewis, Marianne Moore, William Carlos Williams, And Other Twentiethcentury Literary Luminaries. Thus A Fascinating Intellectual Autobiography Emerges Of Hugh Kenner As Critic And Chronicler, A Man Whose Own Life And Work Uniquely Position Him To Assess The Importance Of Travel In Literary Life.Written With The Confidence, Grace, And Verve That Have Always Characterized Kenner'S Work, This Delightful Book Is For Anyone Seeking To Understand The Irrepressible Human Urge To Travel And To Know.
By changing our most important processes and
products, we have already made a big leap forward. This ranges from the
increased use of more sustainable fibers to the use of more
environmentally friendly printing processes to the development of
efficient waste management in our value chain.
⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65):
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
We ship your order within 2–3 business days for USA deliveries and 5–8 business days for international shipments. Once your package has been dispatched from our warehouse, you'll receive an email confirmation with a tracking number, allowing you to track the status of your delivery.
Returns
To facilitate a smooth return process, a Return Authorization (RA) Number is required for all returns. Returns without a valid RA number will be declined and may incur additional fees. You can request an RA number within 15 days of the original delivery date. For more details, please refer to our Return & Refund Policy page.
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Warranty
We provide a 2-year limited warranty, from the date of purchase for all our products.
If you believe you have received a defective product, or are experiencing any problems with your product, please contact us.
This warranty strictly does not cover damages that arose from negligence, misuse, wear and tear, or not in accordance with product instructions (dropping the product, etc.).
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Secure Payment
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
We accept payments with :
Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Paypal, Shopify Payments, Shop Pay and more.
Related Products
You may also like
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Elsewhere Community'? A: The main theme of 'The Elsewhere Community' revolves around the human desire to know and explore the unknown, highlighting various modes of travel and intellectual exploration throughout literary history.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Elsewhere Community'? A: 'The Elsewhere Community' is authored by Hugh Kenner, a notable literary critic and scholar of modernism.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a quality feel.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Elsewhere Community'? A: 'The Elsewhere Community' contains a total of 176 pages.
- Q: When was 'The Elsewhere Community' published? A: 'The Elsewhere Community' was published on June 29, 2000.
- Q: What literary figures are discussed in 'The Elsewhere Community'? A: The book discusses several literary figures including Homer, Dante, Dickens, Joyce, Ezra Pound, Samuel Beckett, and others, illustrating their impact on literature and travel.
- Q: Is 'The Elsewhere Community' suitable for readers interested in literary criticism? A: Yes, 'The Elsewhere Community' is ideal for readers interested in literary criticism, as it provides insights into the relationship between travel and literature from a critical perspective.
- Q: What makes 'The Elsewhere Community' unique? A: The book is unique due to its blend of intellectual autobiography and literary critique, showcasing Hugh Kenner's personal experiences with influential literary figures and movements.
- Q: Can this book be considered an autobiography? A: 'The Elsewhere Community' can be considered a form of intellectual autobiography, as it reflects Hugh Kenner's life experiences and his relationships with key literary figures.
- Q: What is the edition of 'The Elsewhere Community'? A: 'The Elsewhere Community' is available in its first edition.