Evelyn Saxon

Global Book Movements

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Global Book Movements examines how literary movements spread across borders, transforming world literature. It explores the catalysts behind these shifts, the impact of translation, and the cultural adaptations that occur as ideas take root in new environments. Notably, literary movements aren't just replicated; they blend with local traditions, a process of creolization that challenges traditional notions of literary influence. The book highlights the agency of writers and readers in shaping the global literary landscape.

The approach involves case studies of movements like Romanticism, Modernism, and Postcolonial literature, analyzing their origins, characteristics, and transformations in various cultural contexts. It acknowledges the roles of colonialism, globalization, and evolving communication technologies in facilitating or hindering the circulation of ideas.

The book progresses by first introducing core concepts and then delving into specific examples, culminating in a theoretical framework for understanding global literary exchange.
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141 printed pages
Original publication
2025
Publication year
2025
Translator
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