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Surreal Beckett explores Samuel Beckett's literary development within the formative contexts of James Joyce and Surrealism, tracing how Beckett navigated these two powerful influences to establish his distinctive artistic voice. The study examines Beckett's immersion in Joyce's Paris circle during his crucial 'Joyce years' from 1928 through the late 1930s, whilst simultaneously investigating the profound impact of Surrealism and Surrealist movements on his creative trajectory during the period 1929-45, often termed his 'surrealist period.' By analysing both trajectories, this Routledge volume reveals the complex interplay between Beckett's engagement with Joyce's legacy and his relationship with Surrealist aesthetics, demonstrating where his work aligned with and diverged from these literary predecessors. Essential reading for scholars of modernist literature, twentieth-century drama, and the interconnected circles of expatriate writers in early twentieth-century Paris.

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Examines Beckett's formative Paris years (1928-late 1930s) within James Joyce's influential literary circle and creative environment.

Analyses Beckett's surrealist period (1929-45) to understand how Surrealism shaped his artistic approach and dramatic innovations.

Explores the tension between Beckett's debt to Joyce and his independent engagement with Surrealist movements and aesthetics.

Published by Routledge as part of the Studies in Twentieth-Century Literature series for academic and scholarly audiences.

Addresses how Beckett forged his unique literary path by distinguishing his work from both Joyce and Surrealist traditions.

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24 August 2017
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