description: A collection of 11 critical essays reappraising the work of Spanish writer Benet who rejected the Generation of 1950s social realism in favor of an aesthetic rooted in the power of language and art for art's sake. The papers gauge Benet's influence on Spanish literature, explore his theoretical essays, and provide insights into recurrent themes within his novels such as sexuality, gender, narration, the experience of language, temporal shifting, and metaphor. The final "essay" is an annotated bibliography of current scholarship on Juan Benet's writings. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
language: English
title: Juan Benet: A Critical Reappraisal of His Fiction
titlecomplete: Juan Benet: A Critical Reappraisal of His Fiction (Locust Hill Literary Studies)
publisher: Locust Hill Pr