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Author(s): Anikó Polgár
Subject(s): Studies of Literature, Book-Review
Published by: Fórum Kisebbségkutató Intézet
Keywords: subaltern concept; Gayatri Chakravorty Spivak; Sátántangó (the novel and the film); feminism; female characters; child narration

Summary/Abstract: According to the reviewer, the book concludes not only with literary and narratological insights, but also points out why it is worthwhile to engage with literature and literary scholarship: "I see one of the purposes and benefits of literature in its participation in processing the oppressive historical past, alleviating everyday struggles, and representing tolerance and personal freedom."

  • Issue Year: XXVIII/2026
  • Issue No: 3
  • Page Range: 172-175
  • Page Count: 4
  • Language: Hungarian
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