Beckett and decay / Kathryn White.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

White, Kathryn, author.

Series:

Continuum literary studies.

Continuum literary studies series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Beckett, Samuel, 1906-1989--Criticism and interpretation.

Beckett, Samuel.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (178 p.)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

London ; New York : Continuum, 2009.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

"The word 'decay' is often used by critics in general reference to Beckett's thematic emphasis and philosophical outlook. However, this book explores the idea of decay as the fundamental core of Beckett's work, dominating it thematically, linguistically and artistically. Kathryn White explores Beckett's representation of physical decay, mental and spiritual deterioration and finally the idea that 'decay' is to be found in language itself. This study explores the importance of both theme and form in Beckett's work and considers whether Beckett will, in future generations, be remembered both for his representation of existence and his innovations in language."--Bloomsbury Publishing.

Contents:

Acknowledgements

Introduction

Part I: Physical Decay. 1. The Body Infirm ; 2. Old Age: The Dictatorship of Time ; 3. The Decaying Landscape ; 4. Moribund Man: Beckett and Death

Part II: Mental Decline and Spiritual Attrition. 5. The Trap of Memory ; 6. Tired Minds ; 7. Perceptions of Insanity ; 8. 'I can't go on, I'll go on': The Ebbing Spirit

Part III: Death of the Word. 9. Minimalism and Reductionism: Advancing Towards Lessness

10. Dramaticuls

11.The Miniaturist of the Word: The Shorter Prose

12. Voices, Ghosts, Silence: Into Nothingness

Conclusion

Bibliography

Index.

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references (pages [161]-164) and index.

ISBN:

9786612151071

9786612452840

9781472542946

1472542940

9781282151079

128215107X

9781282452848

1282452843

9781441112958

1441112952

OCLC:

406418672