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The Fiction of the Self, Theory Fiction, and Magic with Simon O'Sullivan

Hermitix

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Exploring the Boundaries of Autobiography and Fiction

This chapter explores how authors like Bataille and Ballard approach autobiographical writing, emphasizing the distinction between the author's life and their literary creations. It highlights the intricate relationship between identity and fiction, urging listeners to see autobiographies as separate narratives rather than direct reflections of the authors.

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