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The South in Faulkner's Novels: Myth and History
by Barbara Yates Lee
| Institution: | North Texas State University |
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| Year: | 1969 |
| Keywords: | William Faulkner; novels; southern states; history; myths |
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| Record ID: | 1508239 |
| Full text PDF: | http://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc131061/ |
Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to view Faulkner's use of history from a different perspective by examining in detail the myths and historical facts with which Faulkner dealt. First, several of the prevailing myths about the Old South and the Civil War will be examined. Second, the actual historical facts will be compared and contrasted with legendary tradition. Third, and most important, several of Faulkner's works will be examined to show how he uses both the myths and historical facts to create his own "legend" of the South. Finally, Faulkner's view of the New South will be examined.
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