Uncover the layered brilliance of Djuna Barnes, a pivotal figure in modernism. This essential academic collection delves into her provocative concept of “shattered objects,” re-evaluating her profound impact across prose, poetry, journalism, and visual art. Featuring essays by leading scholars, it offers fresh, interdisciplinary perspectives on queer aesthetics, print culture, authorship, and modernist style. An indispensable resource for students and researchers exploring 20th-century literature, art history, and modernist criticism in India.