Stephen R. Donaldson and the Modern Epic Vision : A Critical Study of the "Chronicles of Thomas Covenant" Novels
Language: English
Published by McFarland, 2009
Series: Book 1 of 68 - Critical Explorations in Science Fiction and Fantasy
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- Title
- Stephen R. Donaldson and the Modern Epic Vision : A Critical Study of the "Chronicles of Thomas Covenant" Novels
- Author
- Barkley, Christine
- Publisher
- McFarland
- Publication year
- 2009
- Condition
- As New
- Binding
- Soft cover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0786442883
- ISBN 13
- 9780786442881
- Series
- Book 1 of 68: Critical Explorations in Science Fiction and Fantasy
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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About the Author
Donald E. Palumbo is a professor of English at East Carolina University. He lives in Greenville, North Carolina.
C.W. Sullivan III is Distinguished Professor of arts and sciences at East Carolina University and a full member of the Welsh Academy. He is the author of numerous books and the on-line journal Celtic Cultural Studies.
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