Routledge Literary Secretaries/Secretarial Culture - Book

Explore the hidden role of secretaries in the production and consumption of modern culture with this academic work from Routledge. Literary Secretaries/Secretarial Culture examines how these essential technicians influence both literary and non-literary writing. This collection of essays looks at the presence of secretaries as characters in film, modern literature, and literary criticism. Readers will find a deep analysis that spans from Chaucer to Heidegger, including discussions on Dickens, Dracula, and Erle Stanley Gardner. The book investigates how office practices relate to literary theory, providing a unique perspective on how these roles shape our understanding of text and media. It is an essential resource for those studying the intersection of professional roles and cultural production.