Contemporary Approaches in Literary Trauma Theory
This edited collection argues that trauma in literature must be read through a theoretical pluralism that allows for an understanding of trauma's variable representations that include yet move beyond the concept of trauma as pathological and unspeakable.
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Contemporary Approaches in Literary Trauma Theory
10.1057/9781137365941 - Contemporary Approaches in Literary Trauma Theory, Edited by Michelle Balaev
Also by Michelle Balaev
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THE NATURE OF TRAUMA IN AMERICAN NOVELS
10.1057/9781137365941 - Contemporary Approaches in Literary Trauma Theory, Edited by Michelle Balaev
Edited by
Michelle Balaev
10.1057/9781137365941 - Contemporary Approaches in Literary Trauma Theory, Edited by Michelle Balaev
Copyright material from www.palgraveconnect.com - licensed to New York University - Waldmann Dental Library - PalgraveConnect - 2015-01-11
Contemporary Approaches in Literary Trauma Theory
Selection and editorial matter © Michelle Balaev 2014 Individual chapters © Contributors 2014
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