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Samuel Beckett and the Second World War: Politics, Propaganda and a ‘Universe Become Provisional’ (Historicizing Modernism)

SKU: 9781350106833

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Uncover the profound impact of the Second World War on Samuel Beckett’s iconic literary genius. This pioneering historical study delves into how Europe’s darkest hour shaped his creative and intellectual sensibilities. Explore Beckett’s engagement with crucial political contexts, from Nazism and Vichy France to Irish neutrality and post-war recovery, drawing on extensive archival research. Discover new insights into his political commitments and evolving concepts of history, essential for understanding his seminal 20th-century works. A must-read for literature students, historians, and anyone fascinated by the intricate relationship between war, politics, and modernism.

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