This essay explores contemporary social discourse, positing that the myriad representations of the theme of work lead to a pessimistic view, dominated by a sense of loss regarding the working conditions of previous generations. The essay draws on some classic reflections on the meaning of work and examines several contemporary Italian novels as case studies.
In the name of a loss: work and the contradictions of contemporary literary imaginary
Tiziano Toracca
2020-01-01
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This essay explores contemporary social discourse, positing that the myriad representations of the theme of work lead to a pessimistic view, dominated by a sense of loss regarding the working conditions of previous generations. The essay draws on some classic reflections on the meaning of work and examines several contemporary Italian novels as case studies.File in questo prodotto:
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