Argues that the experience of modernity is fundamentally spatial rather than subjective.What is special; distinct; modern about modernity? In How the World Became a Stage; William Egginton argues that the experience of modernity is fundamentally spatial rather than subjective and proposes replacing the vocabulary of subjectivity with the concepts of presence and theatricality. Following a Heideggerian injunctive to search for the roots of epochal change not in philosophies so much as in basic skills and practices; he describes the spatiality of modernity on the basis of a close historical analysis of the practices of spectacle from the late Middle Ages to the early modern period; paying particular attention to stage practices in France and Spain. He recounts how the space in which the world is disclosed changed from the full; magically charged space of presence to the empty; fungible; and theatrical space of the stage.William Egginton is Assistant Professor of Modern Languages and Literatures at the University at Buffalo; State University of New York and the translator of Lisa Block de Beharrsquo;s Borges: The Passion of an Endless Quotation; also published by SUNY Press.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A published author who can thank "The Film Novelist"By Chad R. ParkerGreat resource! I am the author of "Sterling Bridge" and I can say "The Film Novelist" played a significant role in putting me on the map. It was my definitive guide for writing a film novel. I referred back to Dennis Packards work again and again through the years; when learning how to write both a novel and a film in sync. It definitely opened doors for me in both fields.The book gives great background into the art and the science behind crafting and formulating literary film. Sit down in the park any day when writers block hits and read up on infusing research into your writing (be it a true story or even complete fiction); use it in re-writing scenes; or dissect the book by course; assignment by assignment; to direct the best use of your writers groups help and feedback. Use it how you will where you need it.I devoured the course; reviewed it often for inspiration in more casual readings; and then got back to the work of writing; much of the time on my own and at my own pace. While I worked on an idea for several years with different writers groups using the concepts in this book; it wasnt until I refocused my individual efforts through a revamped (go-get-em) 15 week plan of action--this book in hand; serving like a personal mentor--that I broke through into publication. Whatever your learning style is definitely get a copy of the film novelist; if you are serious about writing a story that can transcend both mediums of book and film. The world needs more positive uplifting stories and fast. It needs more great film novelists! Maybe you are 15 weeks away from being the next new published author who benefits from this tried and proven approach others have used before you. Best wishes and regards!0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Not for individual use... needs a class to work with.By Robin KarpThis was written for a class to be used with a class. I have not gotten anything out of it yet. I will try again.1 of 3 people found the following review helpful. No GoBy James BatsonGood history contentGood for college examsTypical professor writingRepeat; repeat is the new fillerIf repeating isnt enough summarize a movie or twoWould be writers save your moneyNothing new no depth
