The Shift from Modernism to Postmodernism

This chapter explores the transition from modernism to postmodernism in literature, examining key figures and innovative narrative techniques. It discusses the interplay between traditional storytelling and postmodern critiques, particularly focusing on works like Italo Calvino's 'If on a Winter's Night, a Traveler.' The dialogue extends into film, highlighting directors such as Quentin Tarantino and Wes Anderson, and their use of pastiche and non-linear narratives that challenge conventional audience expectations.