Corporeal Narrative in David Foster Wallace’s Fiction

Wan, Xiaomeng

This book serves as a critical examination of contemporary American literature by examining David Foster Wallace's incorporation of corporeal narrative techniques in his novels, with a particular focus on The Broom of the System, Infinite Jest, and The Pale King. By employing corporeal narratology as a conceptual framework, it sheds light on Wallace's profound exploration of the human body and its societal implications. Through detailed analysis, the book reveals how Wallace's narratives serve as a critique of contemporary issues such as self-alienation, consumerism, and the dehumanizing effects of modern society. Designed for scholars and students of literature, cultural studies, and narrative theory, this book provides a comprehensive understanding of Wallace's literary legacy and his keen observations on the complexities of human existence in the modern world.

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Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2025-07-14

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9789819680610

DOI: 10.1007/978-981-96-8062-7

Dimensions: 235cm x155cm

Pages: 124