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William Faulkner

As I Lay Dying

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In “As I Lay Dying,” William Faulkner masterfully intertwines the perspectives of sixteen characters as they journey to honor the dying wish of Addie Bundren: to be buried in her hometown of Jefferson, Mississippi. This modernist novel employs a stream-of-consciousness narrative style that delves deeply into the inner thoughts and emotions of its characters, capturing the complexities of human existence and familial obligation against the backdrop of the American South. Faulkner's innovative use of fragmented time and shifting viewpoints challenges traditional narrative forms, reflecting the chaotic nature of life itself while poignantly exploring themes of death, identity, and the struggle for meaning within personal and societal confines. William Faulkner, a towering figure in American literature, drew upon his Southern roots and personal experiences to create this poignant tale. Living in Mississippi during a time of socio-economic upheaval, Faulkner was acutely aware of the struggles and triumphs of rural life, which informed his writings. The Bundren family's harrowing journey is as much a reflection of Faulkner's own introspection into moral complexities as it is a commentary on the human condition, marking a significant contribution to the Southern Gothic tradition. “As I Lay Dying” is essential reading for those seeking to explore the depths of human emotion and the intricacies of family dynamics. Faulkner's profound insights and experimental narrative style offer readers a unique literary experience that invites them to reflect on their own perceptions of love, loss, and resilience. This novel is not only a pivotal work of Southern literature but a timeless exploration of what it means to be human.
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Pemilik hak cipta
Bookwire
Publikasi asli
2021
Tahun publikasi
2021
Penerbit
Good Press
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    It’s a outrage,” she says. “A outrage.”
    “What could he a done?” I says. “He give her his promised word.”
    “Who’s talking about him?” she says. “Who cares about him?” she says, crying. “I just wish that you and him and all the men in the world that torture us alive and flout us dead, dragging us up and down the country——”
    “Now, now,” I says. “You’re upset.”
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