The Grammar of Identity: Transnational Fiction and the Nature of the Boundary

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Focusing on notable 20th-century authors like Joseph Conrad, Jean Rhys, Salman Rushdie, and J. M. Coetzee, the book delves into the concept of 'transnationalism' in literature. It addresses the tension between globalization and individual identities, highlighting how these writers navigate themes of belonging in their works. Clingman offers a critical examination of how fiction reflects and challenges the complexities of contemporary identity in an increasingly interconnected world.