Tara Stubbs Livres

Focusing on the interplay between American modernist writers and Irish culture from 1910 to 1955, this study explores the significance of events like the Celtic Revival and the Easter Rising in shaping literary works. It reveals how Irishness emerged as a crucial cultural influence, transcending traditional racial, ethnic, or national analyses. By examining these connections, the book offers a fresh perspective on the enchantment of American literature with Irish themes and motifs.

This book discusses how and why American modernist writers turned to Ireland at various stages during their careers. By placing events such as the Celtic Revival and the Easter Rising at the centre of the discussion, it shows how Irishness became a cultural determinant in the work of American modernists. -- .