Hardcover. In this anaysis of Roddy Doyle's first five novels, Caramine White argues that while Doyle is undoubtedly one of the most popular contemporary novelists, he also needs to be seen as a serious and gifted writer. She offers an overview of Doyle's work followed by a chapter devoted to the critical analysis of each of the five novels in which she scrutinizes Doyle's innovative use of language; his manipulation of his audience's reaction via comedy and humour; the role, however slight, of religion and politics; and his overall social vision as projected in each book and as part of a complete body of work. In this anaysis of Roddy Doyle's first five novels, Caramine White argues that while Doyle is undoubtedly one of the most popular contemporary novelists, he also needs to be seen as a serious and gifted writer. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Title: Reading Roddy Doyle (Hardcover)
Publisher: Syracuse University Press, New York
Publication Date: 2001
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0815628870
ISBN 13: 9780815628873
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: new

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White (Guilford Technical Community College) considers the first five novels of popular Irish writer Roddy Doyle. She pays particular attention to his use of language, his audience's reaction to humor, the roles of religion and politics, and his social vision. The study includes the function of music in The Commitments , character development in The Snapper , and the use of double writing in Paddy Clarke . An interview with Doyle and an analysis of his most recent novel are included in the appendix. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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<b>Caramine White</b> teaches English at Guilford Technical Community College in Greensboro, North Carolina.

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