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On Longing: Narratives of the Miniature, the Gigantic, the Souvenir, the Collection Paperback – December 19, 1992
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This highly original book draws on insights from semiotics and from psychoanalytic, feminist, and Marxist criticism.
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What Stands Out
Diverse Narratives
Explores a wide range of themes including miniature, gigantic, and the nature of collections, providing readers with unique insights into human experiences and artifacts.
Intellectual Depth
Offers profound philosophical reflections on memory and longing, appealing to readers seeking a deeper understanding of their emotional connections to objects and memories.
Timeless Relevance
Addresses universal themes that resonate across generations, making it a valuable read for anyone interested in the interplay of desire, memory, and material culture.
Product Details
| Publisher | Duke University Press |
| Publication date | December 19, 1992 |
| Edition | 6th Printing |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 232 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0822313669 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0822313663 |
| Item Weight | 2.31 pounds (1.05 kg) |
| Dimensions | 6 x 0.6 x 8.9 inches (15.2 x 1.5 x 22.6 cm) |
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Art Enthusiasts
Those interested in art and collecting will find insightful narratives about miniature and gigantic forms.
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Cultural Scholars
Researchers exploring themes of memory, collections, and cultural significance will benefit from its multidisciplinary approach.
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Curators and Collectors
Curators interested in the themes of souvenirs and collections can gain valuable perspectives from varied examples.
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General Readers
Casual readers looking for light reading may find the content too specialized and academic.
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On Longing: Narratives of the Miniature, the Gigantic, the Souvenir, the Collection Paperback – December 19, 1992
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Answer: Miniature books, novels, Tom Thumb weddings, tall tales, objects of tourism, and nostalgia are some of the cultural forms analyzed. -
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What is the significance of focusing on souvenirs and collections in the book?
Answer: Souvenirs and collections are explored as objects mediating experience in time and space.
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**** "On Longing: Narratives of the Miniature, the Gigantic, the Souvenir, the Collection" is a masterful work by Susan Stewart that navigates the complex relationships between objects and human experience. The writing, which marries scholarly examination with a poetic narrative style, engages readers from multiple disciplines—be it material culture, philosophy, or art. Those who seek a deeper understanding of how items like miniatures and souvenirs intersect with our emotional and mental landscapes will find this book intellectually stimulating and rewarding. Readers have noted that the book tends to be dense, requiring focus and patience to absorb its rich, layered ideas. However, many agree that the effort is well worth it. Stewart’s insightful exploration invites re-reading, offering fresh perspectives with each pass. While some criticisms point towards its academic nature, deeming it less accessible for a general audience, the enlightening observations, particularly regarding souvenirs, are highlighted as valuable resources for conceptual research. Overall, "On Longing" is highly recommended for those willing to engage deeply with its text, making it a cherished source of inspiration, particularly in architectural circles. Stewart's commanding use of language ensures that her ideas remain thought-provoking and resonant, even years after first reading. **
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- Poetic and engaging writing style
- Rich in insightful ideas and observations
- Stimulating for those interested in material culture and philosophical themes
- Offers valuable perspectives on cultural objects, especially souvenirs
- Encourages multiple readings for new insights
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- Dense and requires concentration to fully appreciate
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- Miniature books, eighteenth-century novels, Tom Thumb weddings, tall tales, objects of tourism, and nostalgia.
- Relations of language to experience, body to scale, narratives to objects.
- Miniature as a metaphor for interiority, gigantic as an exaggeration of aspects of the exterior.
- Souvenir and collection as objects mediating experience in time and space.
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