Includes bibliographical references (pages 203-212) and index.
Contents:
Introduction: American religion and its discontents -- Unsaying American ideology: Don DeLillo's apophatic approach -- Faith in the borderlands: Ana Castillo's holy joderones -- The depth of the riches: Thomas Pynchon's spiritual hybridity -- Redefining bountyland: George Saunders and the gift of humanity -- Creeds fall away: Marilynne Robinson's democratic individuality.
Summary:
"Identifies American exceptionalism as an emerging form of religion while exploring alternatives to this semi-faith through works by Don DeLillo, Ana Castillo, Thomas Pynchon, George Saunders, and Marilynne Robinson, which delve into the post-secular nexus of religion, politics, and culture"-- Provided by publisher.
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