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The Theme of Alienation in the Prose of Peter Weiss

by Kathleen A. Vance (Author)
©1981 Others X, 228 Pages

Summary

The theme of alienation is explored in five of Peter Weiss' prose works. In each of these works alienation is portrayed through the individual figure's relationship to the world. It is a world characterized by self-preoccupation, cruelty, meaninglessness, and separation. The relationship of the characters to this world is examined in terms of four different levels of experience.

Details

Pages
X, 228
Publication Year
1981
ISBN (Softcover)
9783261049360
Language
English
Published
Bern, Frankfurt/M., 1981. X, 228 pp.
Product Safety
Peter Lang Group AG

Biographical notes

Kathleen A. Vance (Author)

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Title: The Theme of Alienation in the Prose of Peter Weiss