Title: Exploring the Theme of Identity in Postmodern Literature

Abstract:

This dissertation delves into the theme of identity as portrayed in postmodern literature. Postmodernism, with its emphasis on fragmentation, multiplicity, and the blurring of boundaries, presents a fertile ground for exploring the complexities of individual and collective identity. Through an interdisciplinary approach drawing from literary theory, cultural studies, and philosophy, this study aims to analyze how various postmodern writers depict identity formation, transformation, and crisis. Key works examined include those of authors such as Italo Calvino, Salman Rushdie, Jeanette Winterson, and Paul Auster, among others. By scrutinizing narrative techniques, intertextuality, and the role of language, this dissertation seeks to illuminate the fluid and often elusive nature of identity in the postmodern context.

Chapter 1: Introduction

Overview of postmodernism and its characteristics

Importance of studying identity in postmodern literature

Objectives and structure of the dissertation

Chapter 2: Theoretical Framework

Exploration of key concepts such as identity, postmodernism, and representation

Review of relevant literary theories including poststructuralism, deconstruction, and postcolonialism

Discussion on the relationship between identity and language

Chapter 3: Fragmentation and Multiplicity: Identity in a Postmodern World

Analysis of fragmentation and multiplicity as central themes in postmodern literature

Examination of how characters navigate multiple identities and realities

Case studies of selected texts highlighting diverse manifestations of identity fragmentation

Chapter 4: Intertextuality and Identity Construction

Investigation into the role of intertextuality in shaping identity narratives

Examination of how references to other texts and cultural artifacts contribute to identity formation

Case studies illustrating the interplay between intertextuality and identity construction

Chapter 5: Identity Crisis and Displacement

Exploration of identity crisis as a recurring motif in postmodern literature

Analysis of characters' experiences of displacement and alienation

Case studies examining the existential quest for identity amidst societal upheaval and cultural dislocation

Chapter 6: Language and Identity Politics

Discussion on the relationship between language and power in the construction of identity

Analysis of linguistic strategies employed by postmodern writers to subvert dominant narratives

Examination of the intersectionality of language, identity, and politics in selected texts

Chapter 7: Conclusion

Summary of key findings and contributions of the study

Implications of the research for understanding contemporary notions of identity

Suggestions for further research in the field of postmodern literature and identity studies

References

Comprehensive list of primary and secondary sources cited in the dissertation

This dissertation aims to contribute to the ongoing discourse on identity in postmodern literature by offering a nuanced analysis of its representations and implications. By examining the intricate interplay between narrative techniques, cultural contexts, and philosophical inquiries, this study seeks to deepen our understanding of the complexities of identity in an increasingly fragmented and pluralistic world.

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