Matondang Journal
Vol 3 No 2 (2024): Màtondàng Journal

The Characteristics of Modernism in Ian McEwan's Atonement

Mehrnaz Khoshgam (English Literature of Islamic Azad University-Tehran central Branch)
Ariman Sitompul (Universitas Dharmawangsa Medan, Indonesia)
Syarifuddin (Universitas Pembangunan Panca Budi. Medan Sumatera Utara, Indonesia)



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Publish Date
03 Jul 2024

Abstract

The study aims to find out the characteristics of modernism in Ian McEwan. the result of the study shows Ian McEwan's Atonement exemplifies the characteristics of modernism through its innovative narrative techniques, thematic explorations, and engagement with social critique and philosophical inquiry. The novel challenges traditional literary conventions, inviting readers to reconsider their perceptions of truth, memory, and human experience. By analyzing McEwan's use of stream-of-consciousness narration, fragmentation, and non-linear narrative structure, along with his exploration of themes such as truth, war, class, and morality, this essay has demonstrated how Atonement fits within the broader scope of modernist literature. McEwan's novel continues to resonate with readers, offering profound insights into the complexities of human nature and the enduring legacy of modernist experimentation in contemporary literature.

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is an international journal using a peer-reviewed process that focuses on culture, religion, language, and also education published in January and July by Britain International for Academic Research Publisher (BIAR-Publisher). It is released both in online and printed ...