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This book examines the problematic area of narrative structure under conditions of severe stress. Each of the four authors is shown to be concerned with the tension between narrative coherence as a desirable goal and an unfortunate check placed on the free play of fantasy. This tension produces powerful disruptions of literary form in the lyric (Baudelaire, Mallarm), prose poetry (Baudelaire, Rimbaud) and the novel (Flaubert) which are examined here. A final chapter draws out some of the historical implications of these readings in a discussion of Baudelaires and Flauberts trials for obscenity and of Marxs writings on France from 1848 to 1871. Professor Wing demonstrates that all these texts retain an unstable balance between earlier modes of thought, feeling and expression and the depersonal, fragmented modern text. He revises notions of modernity and invites us to reconsider traces of earlier forms of writing in more canonically modern texts.
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I appreciated the depth of analysis in these essays, but some parts were pretty heavy. Flaubert's section took me a while to get through. It's a good read if you’re really into literary criticism, though!
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Amina Khan
Not What I Expected
I thought this book would be more accessible, but it was a bit too academic for my taste. The essays are well-written, but I struggled to engage with some of the content. Might be better for scholars than casual readers.
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Sophie Dupont
A Deep Dive into Literary Giants
This collection really shines when discussing Baudelaire and Rimbaud. The essays are insightful and push you to think deeper about their works. I enjoyed every page and feel like I’ve gained a new perspective on French literature.
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Liam O'Reilly
Perfect for Literature Buffs
If you love French literature, this book is a must-read! Each essay provides a fresh take on the authors and their impact on narrative. The layout is nice too—easy to follow for such a complex topic. Worth the investment!
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