The Literary Value of Stephen King: Reading Popular Fiction in a Scholarly Conte

Description: The Literary Value of Stephen King by Wendy Commons After Stephen King was presented with the National Book Award in 2003, many literary critics bemoaned the respected institution\s decision to grant a writer of popular fiction such a prestigious honor. However, popular fiction is not always unintelligent or inartistic and can be literary in nature. King\s work should not be dismissed simply because of its popularity; in fact, by producing works that speak to the human condition and can be read on many levels, King may finally be bridging the gap between popular fiction and literature. This study aims to demonstrate that King\s writing is worthy of critical attention and examination by exploring the universal and archetypal elements of King\s works and by demonstrating, through an analysis of The Shining, that a King novel that can withstand critical scrutiny. This analysis should prove useful to those interested in challenging the literary canon, seeking to read or teach popular fiction as literature, or learning more about Stephen King\s work. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description After Stephen King was presented with the National Book Award in 2003, many literary critics bemoaned the respected institutions decision to grant a writer of popular fiction such a prestigious honor. However, popular fiction is not always unintelligent or inartistic and can be literary in nature. Kings work should not be dismissed simply because of its popularity; in fact, by producing works that speak to the human condition and can be read on many levels, King may finally be bridging the gap between popular fiction and literature. This study aims to demonstrate that King\s writing is worthy of critical attention and examination by exploring the universal and archetypal elements of Kings works and by demonstrating, through an analysis of The Shining, that a King novel that can withstand critical scrutiny. This analysis should prove useful to those interested in challenging the literary canon, seeking to read or teach popular fiction as literature, or learning more about Stephen Kings work. Author Biography Wendy Commons received her Master of Arts degree in English at Texas Woman\s University. She currently lives in the Dallas area where she works as a Professor of English and is pursuing a doctoral degree. Details ISBN3639011139 Author Wendy Commons Short Title LITERARY VALUE OF STEPHEN KING Pages 72 Language English ISBN-10 3639011139 ISBN-13 9783639011135 Media Book Format Paperback Year 2008 Subtitle Reading Popular Fiction in a Scholarly Context DOI 10.1604/9783639011135 UK Release Date 2008-05-23 Imprint VDM Verlag Dr. Mueller E.K. Country of Publication Germany Illustrations black & white illustrations Publisher VDM Verlag Dr. Mueller E.K. Publication Date 2008-05-23 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:132585619;

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