
Ep 697 - The Sound and the Fury, by William Faulkner
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Navigating 'The Sound and the Fury'
This chapter explores the complexities of William Faulkner's novel 'The Sound and the Fury', emphasizing its challenging narrative structure and stream of consciousness style. The focus is on Benjy's perspective and the intricacies of familial relationships, particularly the absence of the character Caddy and its implications. Through an analysis of the text's modernist elements, the speakers highlight the demands placed on readers as they engage with the disorienting yet poignant experiences of the Compson family.
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