Stephen R. Donaldson and the Modern Epic Vision : A Critical Study of the "Chronicles of Thomas Covenant" Novels PDF
by Barkley Christine Barkley
Edited by Palumbo Donald E. Palumbo, Sullivan III C.W. Sullivan III
Part of the Critical Explorations in Science Fiction and Fantasy series
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Description
This critical study analyzes Stephen R. Donaldson's role as a modern writer who uses the fantasy genre to discuss situations and predicaments germane to the modern world. Donaldson reclaims an epic vision in his Thomas Covenant novels that is lacking in most modern literature. Chapters demonstrate how this use of epic heroism helps solve seemingly insurmountable problems and provides more meaning and purpose for individuals. As Donaldson's characters learn to transcend their world, the reader is engaged in a serious, enlightened discussion about the need for imagination, responsibility and acceptance to resolve such problems as alienation, pollution, disease and despair.
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- Format:PDF
- Pages:224 pages
- Publisher:McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers
- Publication Date:10/01/2014
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- ISBN:9780786453238
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Download - Immediately Available
- Format:PDF
- Pages:224 pages
- Publisher:McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers
- Publication Date:10/01/2014
- Category:
- ISBN:9780786453238
