Madness in Fiction

Focusing on the theme of madness, this book analyzes one work from five notable authors: Fowles, Hamsun, Hesse, Kafka, and Poe. It identifies the specific type of madness portrayed in each text and examines the underlying causes, such as historical context or psychological pressures. The analysis is presented from both a writer's and a critic's viewpoint, highlighting how these works serve as unique representations of literary madness. This exploration is particularly relevant for readers interested in the connections between fiction, literary criticism, and psychology.