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Ziolkowski explores the essence of conspiracy fiction, supporting Umberto Eco's idea that its core lies in an elusive "secret without content." Through thorough investigation, he delves into how this concept shapes narratives, revealing the underlying mechanics and allure of conspiracies in literature. The analysis highlights the paradox of seeking meaning in secrets that ultimately may hold no tangible truth, inviting readers to reconsider their perceptions of storytelling and mystery.
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Lure of the Arcane, Theodore Ziolkowski
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- Released
- 2013
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- Title
- Lure of the Arcane
- Subtitle
- The Literature of Cult and Conspiracy
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Theodore Ziolkowski
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- Released
- 2013
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 248
- ISBN13
- 9781421409580
- Category
- About Literature
- Description
- Ziolkowski explores the essence of conspiracy fiction, supporting Umberto Eco's idea that its core lies in an elusive "secret without content." Through thorough investigation, he delves into how this concept shapes narratives, revealing the underlying mechanics and allure of conspiracies in literature. The analysis highlights the paradox of seeking meaning in secrets that ultimately may hold no tangible truth, inviting readers to reconsider their perceptions of storytelling and mystery.