Reconfiguring Citizenship and National Identity in the North American Literary Imagination

Discover the profound exploration of citizenship and national identity in "Reconfiguring Citizenship and National Identity in the North American Literary Imagination" by Kathy-Ann Tan. Published in 2015, this thought-provoking book spans 432 pages and delves into the intricate ways literature shapes our understanding of belonging, nationhood, and cultural identity. Tan meticulously examines the metaphors and configurations of citizenship within modern US and Canadian literary texts, highlighting how these concepts are enacted, renegotiated, and revised, especially during times of emergence and crisis. This insightful study is essential for anyone interested in American and Canadian literature, as well as the broader implications of national characteristics in literature. Join Kathy-Ann Tan on this compelling journey through the literary landscape that redefines what it means to belong in North America.