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What are some of the best 2000s postmodern novels?

2024-11-13 10:21
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One of the best is 'White Teeth' by Zadie Smith. It explores themes of race, identity, and cultural clashes in a postmodern way, with a complex narrative structure and a diverse set of characters.

God´s Eyes

God´s Eyes

Losing his parent early on, he had to survive in a world he couldn't even see... Blind and left alone, he was seen as a parasite by the social hierarchy of the new ages filled with martial arts and soulbonds Forced to mature early his train of thought was different from his peers as he didn´t mind derogatory reviews about him. The day he awoke his soul was the day he cried in desperation while God played tricks with him as his soul-awakening was a blessing in disguise. Nobody would have ever imagined that he was neither blind nor a parasite until the final moment, he opened his golden eyes that flickered brightly, eagerly waiting to devour everyone daring to obstruct his path towards the summit. Follow Jason on his adventurous journey throughout the vast universe filled with miraculous sceneries and mysterious beings. Some readers might not like information, but I do! ------ Discord-server= https://discord.gg/EdsDgFVWwZ *This is my first novel, please bear that in mind. I appreciate all kinds of sincere advice and comments* ------
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Reborn in the Seventies: Pampered Wife, Owning some Farmland

Reborn in the Seventies: Pampered Wife, Owning some Farmland

The new book is out! Meng Yunhan has been reincarnated back to the time of 'food coupon era', a time when people struggled with food and clothe shortages. But she is not afraid this time around. Equipped with a 'cheat code', she is ready not only to start her own business but also to grab a hold of her stoned-face brother and even support Baozi, her child. Stoned-face brother: "Wife, let's pack up Baozi and leave!" He claims that having a son who is even clingier to his wife than himself is utterly shameless! "Mommy, let's get a new daddy!" Baozi suggests. His daddy, a grown man, is still so clingy to mommy. How disgraceful! Meng Yunhan sighs: They are indeed father and son.
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"My pants are already off. Stopping now would be a bit redundant, don't you think?" Everyone knew the cool, aristocratic Chairman Li was sick, but only Rong Yan knew the man was problematic and sick in the head. That day, she was accosted at the bedroom entrance. Long arms held her against her will as the man leaned into her ear and whispered, "Marry me." Rong Yan struggled to no avail. Frustrated, she said, "I have a boyfriend of five years." "You mean my son is your boyfriend?" For her baby boy, she was willing to secretly marry this billionaire chairman. From then on, he held the knife for her kills, and poured the gasoline as she set fires. Everyone knew the chairman was possessive and paranoid—and Rong Yan was his bottom line. The five-year-old Li Duidui was at a loss. When Daddy and Mommy fought, was he supposed to help clear up the misunderstanding or close the door on them...
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I’m an international, multiple award-winning author with a passion for the voices in my head. As a singer, songwriter, independent filmmaker and improv teacher and performer, my life has always been about creating and sharing what I create with others. Now that my dream to write for a living is a reality, with over a hundred titles in happy publication and no end in sight, I live in beautiful Prince Edward Island, Canada, with my giant cats, pug overlord and overlady and my Gypsy Vanner gelding, Fynn. ***WORLD'S BEST STORY2014*** Her mom's a witch. Her dad's a demon. And she just wants to be ordinary. I batted at the curl of smoke drifting off the tip of my candle and tried not to sneeze. My heavy velvet cloak fell in oppressive, suffocating folds in the closed space of the ceremony chamber, the cowl trapping the annoying bits of puff I missed. I hated the way my eyes burned and teared, an almost constant distraction. Not that I didn't welcome the distraction, to be honest. Anything to take my mind from what went on around me. Being part of a demon raising is way less exciting than it sounds. Sydlynn Hayle's teen life couldn't be more complicated. Trying to please her coven is all a fantasy while the adventure of starting over in a new town and fending off a bully cheerleader who hates her are just the beginning of her troubles. What to do when delicious football hero Brad Peters--boyfriend of her cheer nemesis--shows interest? If only the darkly yummy witch, Quaid Moromond, didn't make it so difficult for her to focus on fitting in with the normal kids despite her paranormal, witchcraft laced home life. Add to that her crazy grandmother's constant escapes driving her family to the brink and Syd's between a rock and a coven site. Forced to take on power she doesn't want to protect a coven who blames her for everything, only she can save her family's magic. If her family's distrust doesn't destroy her first.
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After waking up, Vincent finds that he has transmigrated to a parallel world where monsters roam, a world that's no longer ruled by science. In this place, body practitioners can lift 10,000 tons of oil wheels with one hand, and espers can summon wind, rain, thunder, and lightning—born to be strong. Beast tamers can tame powerful monsters that become their most loyal pets. Vincent, who is just an ordinary young man, has successfully activated the Super God of War System and awakens three S-Class Superpower at the start of everything, making him a top super genius! S-Class superpower [Rapid Training]: Body is constantly strengthening every second. Even sleeping can increase your strength by 5,000 kilograms! S-Class superpower [Hellfire]: Burn everything and destroy everything! S-Class superpower [Monster Affinity]: Can communicate with any monster and tame any monster easily! Vincent has strike gold! [Ding! One-handed strength achieved 50,000 kg, life expectancy increased by 300 years!] [Ding! Instakilled giant monster, Nine-Headed Sea Serpent, obtaining S-grade equipment, Crimson Flame Divine Sword!] [Ding! Tamed S-class monster, Storm Dragon King, obtaining a Divine Pet Evolution Pill. It can evolve the Storm Dragon King into an SSS-class Dragon God!' Vincent's heaven-defying path begins…
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What are some of the best postmodern novels?

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2024-11-29 12:38

One of the best postmodern novels is 'Slaughterhouse - Five' by Kurt Vonnegut. It blurs the lines between reality and fantasy, and the non - linear narrative structure challenges the traditional concept of time. Another great one is 'The Crying of Lot 49' by Thomas Pynchon, which is filled with complex symbols and paranoia - inducing plots. Also, 'Infinite Jest' by David Foster Wallace is a masterpiece. It's a long and complex work that delves into themes like addiction, entertainment, and the human condition.

What are some of the novels in the '100 best postmodern novels'?

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2024-11-05 21:51

One of the well - known ones could be 'Slaughterhouse - Five' by Kurt Vonnegut. It has elements like time - travel and a non - linear narrative which are typical of postmodern works.

What are the best postmodern novels?

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2024-12-02 22:38

Some of the best postmodern novels include 'If on a winter's night a traveler' by Italo Calvino. It has a unique structure that plays with the idea of the reader and the reading experience. Jeanette Winterson's 'Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit' is also a great postmodern work. It blends autobiography with elements of fairytale and challenges traditional ideas of gender and sexuality. And 'Midnight's Children' by Salman Rushdie is a postmodern masterpiece that weaves together history, magic realism, and a complex narrative of identity.

What are the 10 best postmodern novels?

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2024-10-24 20:53

One of the best postmodern novels is 'Catch - 22' by Joseph Heller. It plays with the absurdity of war and military bureaucracy. Another is 'Slaughterhouse - Five' by Kurt Vonnegut which jumps through time and space in a unique way. And 'Pale Fire' by Vladimir Nabokov is also great, with its complex structure of a poem and a commentary that blurs the line between reality and fiction.

What are some of the best postmodern fiction novels?

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2024-11-16 14:50

Well, 'White Noise' by Don DeLillo is among the top postmodern fiction novels. It examines modern life, consumerism, and the fear of death in a really unique way. Then there's 'Gravity's Rainbow' by Thomas Pynchon. This novel is extremely complex, with a vast web of characters and plotlines that blend history, science, and paranoia. Also, 'If on a winter's night a traveler' by Italo Calvino is a wonderful postmodern work that plays with the form of the novel and the relationship between the reader and the text.

What are the best postmodern mystery novels?

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2024-11-19 15:27

One of the best postmodern mystery novels is 'The Name of the Rose' by Umberto Eco. It combines mystery elements with in - depth exploration of medieval history, philosophy, and theology. The labyrinthine library in the story is filled with secrets and clues that keep readers guessing.

What are the characteristics of the best British postmodern novels?

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2024-11-23 00:59

Well, the best British postmodern novels often have fragmented narratives. Take 'Midnight's Children' for instance. It jumps around in time and perspective, creating a complex tapestry of the story. They also tend to question established truths and authorities. In 'V for Vendetta', it challenges the idea of the state's power and control. And meta - fictional elements are frequently present, like in 'White Teeth' which is self - aware of its own fictional nature.

What are considered the best postmodern novels and why?

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2024-10-13 18:38

Some of the best postmodern novels include 'Slaughterhouse-Five' by Kurt Vonnegut and 'One Hundred Years of Solitude' by Gabriel Garc铆a M谩rquez. They're considered great for their unique narrative styles and unconventional structures.

What are some examples of best postmodern fiction?

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2024-11-21 22:32

One example is 'Slaughterhouse - Five' by Kurt Vonnegut. It plays with time and the narrative structure in a very postmodern way. Another is 'The Crying of Lot 49' by Thomas Pynchon, which is filled with complex symbols and an unreliable narrative. Also, 'Infinite Jest' by David Foster Wallace is known for its self - referentiality and exploration of postmodern themes like consumerism and the search for meaning in a media - saturated world.

What are some of the best postmodern short stories?

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2024-11-01 20:09

One of the best postmodern short stories is 'The Lottery' by Shirley Jackson. It presents a seemingly ordinary small town with a shocking annual ritual. Another great one is Jorge Luis Borges' 'The Garden of Forking Paths', which plays with the concept of time and multiple realities. And Donald Barthelme's 'The School' is also excellent, with its absurdist take on the world through the eyes of schoolchildren.

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