Faulkner's Subject

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Through the lens of contemporary critical theory, this analysis reinterprets William Faulkner's masterpieces, questioning the established notions of canon and literary mastery. The author explores the theme of self-identity in Faulkner's work, highlighting how male subjectivity often marginalizes women and Black characters. By employing various theoretical frameworks, the book reveals Faulkner's literary cosmos as a shared space influenced by broader cultural discourses, suggesting that both subjectivity and ownership are ultimately collective and contested.