From Modernist Entombment to Postmodernist Exhumation

Discover the profound exploration of bodily representation in literature with From Modernist Entombment to Postmodernist Exhumation by Lisa K. Perdigao. Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in 2010, this insightful hardback spans 188 pages and delves into the evolution of themes surrounding dying, death, and mourning in American fiction from the 20th century. Perdigao expertly argues that the transition from modernist entombment to postmodernist exhumation reflects significant shifts in societal attitudes, drawing on the works of notable authors such as F. Scott Fitzgerald, Willa Cather, Richard Wright, Jody Shields, Octavia Butler, and Jeffrey Eugenides. This critical analysis is essential for anyone interested in the intersection of literature and cultural perceptions of mortality. Enhance your understanding of modernism and postmodernism with this compelling read that invites you to reflect on the human experience.