Description
Explore the vibrant world of women's writing in contemporary France with this comprehensive analysis and introduction, perfect for literary enthusiasts and scholars alike. Dive into the rich narratives crafted by both emerging voices and established authors from the 1990s, as well as those who rose to prominence in the 1980s and continued to captivate audiences with their new works. This book features 15 insightful essays that delve into the individual contributions of notable writers such as Paule Constant, Sylvie Germain, and Marie Redonnet, alongside fresh talents like Christine Angot and Marie Darrieussecq. Each chapter includes specialist biographies, English translations, and significant interviews, providing a thorough understanding of the key themes, trends, and issues shaping modern French literature. Whether you're a student, a teacher, or a curious reader, this valuable resource offers a detailed look into women's literary voices and their impact on contemporary French society. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9780719062278. Year: 2003. Publisher: Manchester University Press.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780719062278
Year: 2003
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Description:
This introduction to and analysis of women's writing in contemporary France includes both new writers of the 1990s and their more established counterparts. It situates these authors and their texts at the centre of the trends and issues concerning modern French literary production, whilst 15 original essays focus on individual writers. The text also discusses authors published in the 1980s who gained mainstream status with new publications in the 1990s, such as Paule Constant, Sylvie Germain, Marie Redonnet and Leila Sebbar, and looks at up-and-coming authors, including Christine Angot, Marie Darrieussecq and Regine Detambel. There are specialist biographies on each writer, English translations, major interviews, quotations and key critical studies.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780719062278
Year: 2003
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Description:
This introduction to and analysis of women's writing in contemporary France includes both new writers of the 1990s and their more established counterparts. It situates these authors and their texts at the centre of the trends and issues concerning modern French literary production, whilst 15 original essays focus on individual writers. The text also discusses authors published in the 1980s who gained mainstream status with new publications in the 1990s, such as Paule Constant, Sylvie Germain, Marie Redonnet and Leila Sebbar, and looks at up-and-coming authors, including Christine Angot, Marie Darrieussecq and Regine Detambel. There are specialist biographies on each writer, English translations, major interviews, quotations and key critical studies.