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Sandra Schenk

    The Concept of the Game in American Literature
    • 2022

      The Concept of the Game in American Literature

      True Freedom and a Mistaken Idea of Freedom

      • 450pages
      • 16 heures de lecture

      The book delves into the interplay between communication and division in American literature, drawing on the philosophies of Marshall McLuhan, Guy Debord, and Michel Pêcheux. It introduces a unique methodology inspired by Henry Miller that examines patterns of experience, structure, and language. Central to the discussion is the concept of the game, which embodies a crucial social relationship and advocates for a revival of American spiritual values, challenging misconceptions of freedom in favor of a more authentic understanding.

      The Concept of the Game in American Literature