This term paper aims to show how the integrated intertextuality has an essential impact on the novel's reception and meaning. It discusses how Barnes intertwined intertextual references into his novel and how these influence its interpretation.
On this occasion the term Intertextuality, its development, and the theory it designates will be defined before its usage for literary studies will be discussed. Furthermore, the distinction of the theory will justify the application of mainly Ulrich Broich's and Manfred Pfister's perimeter of intertextuality. Thereafter the analysis of the intertextuality between Flaubert's Parrot and Madame Bovary will be examined in detail while the current studies on the topic are included and compared in the investigation. This is done primarily by means of secondary literature like monographs and essays from literary scholars as well as by interviews with Julian Barnes.
The paper concludes with verifying the findings according to Broich and Pfister and estimates its exceptional quality. Presupposed is the knowledge of the novels Flaubert's Parrot and Madame Bovary as well as Julian Barnes's and Gustave Flaubert's basic vita.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Definition of Intertextuality
- Limitation and Usage of Intertextuality
- Julian Barnes's Intertextuality in Flaubert's Parrot
- Intertextuality between Flaubert's Parrot and Madame Bovary
- References in the Text
- Emma Bovary's Eyes
- Geoffrey Braithwaite's Search for Ellen
- Geoffrey Braithwaite's Escape from Loneliness
- Dissatisfying Ending
- Résumé
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This term paper aims to demonstrate the impact of intertextuality on the meaning and reception of Julian Barnes' novel Flaubert's Parrot. It investigates how Barnes integrates intertextual references and how they influence the interpretation of the novel. The analysis is focused on the relationship between Flaubert's Parrot and Gustave Flaubert's Madame Bovary.
- Defining Intertextuality and its Theoretical Foundations
- Exploring the Application of Intertextuality in Literary Studies
- Analyzing the Intertextual References between Flaubert's Parrot and Madame Bovary
- Evaluating the Impact of Intertextuality on the Reception and Meaning of Flaubert's Parrot
- Discussing the Significance of Intertextuality in Contemporary Literary Criticism
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This chapter provides an overview of Julian Barnes' literary style and the significance of Flaubert's Parrot in his career. It emphasizes the novel's postmodern style and its exploration of biographical and theoretical themes.
- Definition of Intertextuality: This chapter defines the concept of intertextuality and its development within poststructuralist studies. It explores the theories of Julia Kristeva, Roland Barthes, and Harold Bloom, highlighting their contribution to understanding the relationship between texts.
- Limitation and Usage of Intertextuality: This chapter examines the limitations and usage of intertextuality in literary criticism. It outlines the specific features identified by Ulrich Broich and Manfred Pfister to determine intertextual relations within a text.
- Julian Barnes's Intertextuality in Flaubert's Parrot: This chapter focuses on the intertextual references in Flaubert's Parrot, particularly its connections to Madame Bovary. It explores how Barnes uses references to create a complex and layered narrative.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The main keywords and focus topics of the text are: intertextuality, postmodernism, literary criticism, Julian Barnes, Flaubert's Parrot, Gustave Flaubert, Madame Bovary, biographical fiction, literary studies, meaning, reception, theoretical frameworks, structuralism, poststructuralism.
- Quote paper
- Lisa Hyna (Author), 2013, The Intertextuality between "Flaubert's Parrot" by Julian Barnes and "Madame Bovary" by Gustave Flaubert, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/444233
