Metaphors of Self: The Meaning of Autobiography

by James Olney

James Olney examines the writings of seven men--Montaigne, Jung, George Fox, Darwin, Newman, Mills, and Eliot--and traces the essential and unique autobiographical impulse, and in a real sense makes it live.

Originally published in 1972.

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360 pages, Hardcover

First published July 21, 1972

Reviews

[Sherah · Rating 2 out of 5]

Olney is considered one of the seminal theorists of autobiography, but I don't think his technique would withstand the rigours of current academic publishing (book first published in 1972). In his introduction he tells the readers that he hasn't felt the need to consult other theorists on autobiography and this book was written somewhere out in the bush.

[Ig-88 · Rating 4 out of 5]

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