Simon O'Sullivan Livres

Exploring the intersection of magic and contemporary myth-making, this book delves into how these practices are influenced by landscape, performance, and writing. It examines the ways in which the environment shapes narratives and rituals, highlighting the dynamic relationship between place and cultural expression. Through various lenses, the work invites readers to consider the transformative power of storytelling and the significance of physical spaces in the creation of new myths.

Exploring the rise of theory-fiction, autofiction/autotheory, and art writing, this book offers a critical survey of these emerging hybrid genres within the arts and humanities. Each chapter not only examines various examples but also seeks to establish provisional definitions for these forms. Additionally, it highlights key precursors that have influenced the development of these contemporary writing practices, providing a comprehensive understanding of their significance in modern discourse.

Faced with the impasse of our neoliberal present, a group of philosophers, writers and artists come together in Futures and Fictions to ask: In what ways can we imagine a world different from the one in which we currently live?