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Clint Burnham

    Clint Burnham is a professor of English who delves into theory and popular culture. His work explores the intersection of literary theory, Marxism, and new media. Burnham examines the aesthetics and philosophical implications of modern communication technologies and their impact on art and society. His approach offers profound insights into how our understanding of text and culture continually evolves in the digital age.

    Does the Internet Have an Unconscious? Slavoj iek and Digital Culture
    Steve McCaffrey and His Works
    Fredric Jameson and The Wolf of Wall Street
    Buddyland
    Be Labour Reading
    Pound @ Guantánamo
    • Pound @ Guantánamo

      • 112 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      Exploring the poignant connections between Ezra Pound during his imprisonment in Pisa after World War II and the experiences of military prisoners at Guantánamo Bay, these poems delve into themes of confinement, identity, and the human spirit. The work invites readers to consider the complexities of freedom and oppression through the lens of historical and contemporary struggles, highlighting the enduring impact of war and the shared experiences of those caught in the web of political turmoil.

      Pound @ Guantánamo
    • Be Labour Reading

      • 90 pages
      • 4 hours of reading

      Exploring themes of identity and emotion, this poetry collection by Canadian poet Clint Burnham offers a poignant reflection on personal experiences and societal issues. Through evocative language and striking imagery, Burnham captures the nuances of human connection and the complexities of modern life, inviting readers to engage deeply with his contemplative verses.

      Be Labour Reading
    • The original Vancouver Subhumans meet Wyndham Lewis in a back alley, beat the hell out of him, take all of his money, use it to buy drugs and booze, then sit down in a seedy Gastown bar and begin to write poetry based on the contents of Lewis's briefcase. The results might be something like Buddyland.

      Buddyland
    • Steve McCaffrey and His Works

      • 72 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      Focusing on Steve McCaffrey, this volume offers an in-depth exploration of his life and literary contributions within the context of Canadian literature. Each monograph includes a biography, an analysis of the cultural influences shaping the author, a review of critical perspectives, a comprehensive essay on his key works, and a detailed bibliography. This structured approach fulfills a significant need for scholarly resources on Canadian authors.

      Steve McCaffrey and His Works
    • Exploring the intersection of psychoanalysis and digital culture, this book delves into Slavoj Žižek's theories to examine the unconscious influences of the Internet. It serves as an accessible introduction to his ideas while investigating their relevance in understanding contemporary digital experiences. By analyzing how Žižek's concepts apply to the online world, the work invites readers to reflect on the psychological dimensions of digital interactions and the implications for society.

      Does the Internet Have an Unconscious? Slavoj iek and Digital Culture