Modernism and Magic

Discover the intriguing intersection of modernism and the occult in Modernism and Magic by Todd Wilson, published by Edinburgh University Press in 2015. This thought-provoking book spans 224 pages and delves into how modernist literature interacts with themes of magic and the supernatural. Wilson challenges the notion that modernism's engagement with the occult stems solely from a crisis of representation. Instead, he posits that these discourses reshape our understanding of the relationship between the world and its representations. Through a critical examination of the works of self-consciously experimental writers, Wilson uncovers the aesthetic and political implications of their unique perspectives. Perfect for literature enthusiasts and scholars alike, Modernism and Magic invites readers to rethink the connections between modernism, literature, and the mystical.