Politics and Literature at the Dawn of World War II

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Focusing on the impact of the Second World War's outbreak, this comprehensive study explores how the conflict influenced the literary creations of notable writers like Hemingway, Auden, Joyce, Brecht, Waugh, Green, and Nâemirovsky in the war's early years. It highlights the urgency and creativity sparked by the war's onset, showcasing a diverse range of perspectives and styles as authors grappled with uncertainty and the profound societal changes brought about by the impending conflict.