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Allegory in America

- From Puritanism to Postmodernism

About Allegory in America

Allegory in America surveys the history of American allegorical writing from the Puritans through the period of American romanticism to postmodernism. In a series of theoretical chapters the cultural function of allegory is discussed in relation to the mythology of American exceptionalism.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780333646182
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Pages:
  • 193
  • Published:
  • December 17, 1995
  • Dimensions:
  • 140x216x19 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 410 g.
Delivery: 2-3 weeks
Expected delivery: November 22, 2024

Description of Allegory in America

Allegory in America surveys the history of American allegorical writing from the Puritans through the period of American romanticism to postmodernism. In a series of theoretical chapters the cultural function of allegory is discussed in relation to the mythology of American exceptionalism.

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