The Cambridge History of American Modernism

Explore the evolving landscape of American Modernism in this insightful 46-minute episode of Contours: The Cambridge Literary Studies Hour. Join Professor Ato Quayson as he delves into Mark Whalan's "The Cambridge History of American Modernism," examining how recent methodologies have reshaped our understanding of this literary period. Investigate the impact of ecocriticism, geomodernism, and print culture studies on the field, while uncovering the complex interplay of race, sovereignty, gender, sexuality, and ethnicity that influenced cultural production during this era. Discover the diverse geographies and communities that nurtured US modernism, from distinctive regions to metropolitan cities, and explore the hemispheric connections and cultural collaborations that shaped this literary movement. Gain a comprehensive understanding of American Modernism's multifaceted nature and its lasting influence on literature and culture.