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Temporality in The Overstory by Richard Powers.

Authors :
DeLuca, Laura
Source :
Explicator. Jul-Dec2022, Vol. 80 Issue 3/4, p78-80. 3p.
Publication Year :
2022

Abstract

The article explores the contrast between the enduring temporality of trees and the quick-time experience of humans in Richard Power's novel 'The Overstory.' It stated trees are depicted as symbols of memorialization, while humans exist in a shorter temporal plane individually and collectively due to their destructive behaviors. It also discusses however, when humans glimpse tree-time, they can slow down and experience life more slowly, akin to the stasis of trees.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00144940
Volume :
80
Issue :
3/4
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Explicator
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
163887524
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/00144940.2022.2146477