Modernism
Cultural and artistic movement
A movement characterized by a self-conscious break with traditional ways of writing.
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5Literary modernism
This entry provides an updated overview of modernist literature, covering its origins in the late 19th century, its experimental forms, and the ongoing academic debates regarding its transition into postmodernism.
“I Can’t Imagine / A Kinder Set-up”: Mapping Networks of Queer Intimacy Through the Auden–Kurka Correspondence
This research maps networks of queer intimacy by analyzing the correspondence between W.H. Auden and Robert Kurka. It contributes to the broader field of modernist literature and biographical studies.
Between Vernacular Modernism and Fascist Spectacle: On the Japanese Mannequin Girl
This article explores the intersection of vernacular modernism and political spectacle through the lens of the Japanese mannequin girl. It is part of the ongoing scholarly discourse featured on the Modernism/modernity platform.
Untwisting the Serpent: Modernism in Music, Literature, and Other Arts
Daniel Albright examines the collaborative nature of modernist art, arguing that modernism is best understood by looking at the intersections between literature, music, and other media. The book provides a fresh perspective on how these artistic experiments functioned together.
Modernist Literature and the Break from Tradition
This article outlines the core characteristics of modernist literature, focusing on techniques like stream of consciousness and the use of fragmented, nonlinear narratives to reflect a changing world.
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