In Dying Modern, renowned literary critic Diana Fuss argues that as death has been increasingly shunted off-stage, out of the public eye, poets have taken up the task of reckoning with dying, loss, absence, and grief.
Diana Fuss Books
Diana Fuss is a Professor of English whose scholarship delves into criticism and theory, 19th and 20th-century American and British literature, narrative, poetry, and film and media studies. Her teaching spans a wide range of undergraduate topics alongside specialized graduate seminars exploring specific literary and theoretical concepts. Fuss prioritizes in-depth textual analysis, investigating how literature and theory shape our understanding of the world. Her pedagogical approach fosters critical thinking and robust discussion among students.
The Sense of an Interior is a fascinating exploration of domestic space and of the ways it determines how writers work. The book looks at four famous figures - Emily Dickinson, Sigmund Freud, Helen Keller, and Marcel Proust, and examines the relationship between their work and the spaces where they wrote.
The book, first published in 1990, explores significant themes and ideas relevant to its field, offering insights that remain impactful. As part of the Routledge imprint of Taylor & Francis, it contributes to academic discourse and serves as a valuable resource for scholars and students alike. The content is designed to engage readers with its thought-provoking analysis and depth, reflecting the scholarly rigor associated with its publisher.
"An anthology of short stories about the North American wilderness"-- Provided by publisher