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The Life of the Author: Graham Greene

Name: The Life of the Author: Graham Greene
ISBN: 9781119715320

Andrew James,

124 pages
English
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eBook - PDF

The Life of the Author: Graham Greene

Andrew James,

About this book

Exploring the creative mind of Graham Greene, a metafictional study of a literary icon

Graham Greene's novels offer more than gripping narratives—they are a window into the author's creative obsessions. The Life of the Author: Graham Greene presents a groundbreaking study that unveils the intimate connection between Greene's life and work, using metafictional analysis to reveal the evolution of his views on authorship and storytelling. Moving beyond conventional critical interpretations, literary scholar Andrew James invites readers to discover how Greene saw himself within his fiction and how his self-perception shaped his literary masterpieces.

Written with both depth and accessibility, this illuminating book delves into Greene's disciplined creative process, his struggles with self-doubt, and his playful yet profound engagement with the craft of writing. Organized thematically, The Life of the Author focuses on Greene's post-1940 works, where his identity as a writer solidified, making his novels rich with autobiographical undertones. Throughout the text, James offers new insights into Greene's novels while connecting recurring themes to his personal and creative growth.

An innovative exploration of one of the twentieth century's most enigmatic authors, The Life of the Author: Graham Greene:

Examines Greene's novels through the lens of metafiction to offer a fresh perspective on his craft
Presents detailed literary analyses that reveal the self-reflective nature of Greene's storytelling
Focuses on Greene's authorial identity, tracing his growth as a writer from neutral observer to committed advocate
Concentrates on Greene's major novels while avoiding exhaustive academic overviews to promote independent critical discovery
Discusses the metafictional significance of Greene's novels and "entertainments"

Enriching appreciation for Greene's artistry while exploring metafictional approaches in literary biography, The Life of the Author: Graham Greene is ideal for university courses in 20th-century British literature, biography, and literary theory, particularly at introductory and intermediate levels. Scholars, students, and avid readers of Greene will find it an invaluable resource for understanding the interplay between an author's life and their creative output.

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