Stephen R. Donaldson and the Modern Epic Vision A Critical Study of the Chronicles of Thomas Covenant Novels |
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Author:
| Barkley, Christine |
Series title: | Critical Explorations in Science Fiction and Fantasy Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-0-7864-4288-1 |
Publication Date: | Mar 2009 |
Publisher: | McFarland & Company, Incorporated Publishers
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $29.95USD $3.00 |
Book Description:
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Analyzes Donaldson's role as a modern writer who uses the fantasy genre to discuss situations and predicaments germane to the modern world. This book provides the reader with a discussion about the need for imagination, responsibility and acceptance to resolve such problems as alienation, pollution, disease and despair.
Analyzes Donaldson's role as a modern writer who uses the fantasy genre to discuss situations and predicaments germane to the modern world. This book provides the reader with a discussion about the need for imagination, responsibility and acceptance to resolve such problems as alienation, pollution, disease and despair.