2024

Rebecca by
Donald Barthleme
Niga H. Ziad
Tazhan Arkan
Didan Othman
 Table of Contents

0 Postmodernism
Features 0 Summary

1 2
0 Structure 0 Themes

3 4
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Postmodernism Features
Postmodernism Features
01 Fragmentation and Deconstruction:

02 Skepticism Towards Grand Narratives:

03 Playfulness and Irony

04 Multiplicity of Voices and Perspectives

05 Authorial Authority

06 Cultural Relativism
02 Summary
 Rebecca
The story portrays the struggles of Rebecca, who seeks to change her last name but faces rejection

in court. She also copes with a genetic greenish tint and a rent increase. Frustrated, she

contemplates drastic measures. A heated argument with her lover, Hilda, reveals complexities in

their relationship. Despite challenges, they sit down for supper, discussing love in the face of

difficulties. The unconventional narrative explores identity and love in a unique way.
03 Structure
 Structure
Narrative Fragmentation: nonlinear, non-conventional plot.
a series of disjointed scenes, conversations, and
Structure events.

Intertextuality References and Allusions: references to other

texts to fully understand.

Open to Interpretation: Postmodern works often

Ambiguity embrace ambiguity, leaving room for multiple
interpretations. unclear or open-ended elements.

Language and Metafiction

Style
Themes
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 Themes

Identity and Complexities Societal

Self- of Love and Pressures and
Acceptance Relationships Conformity
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