The Judgments of Muriel Spark.
Published In: Atlantic, 2025, v. 336, n. 3. P. 94 1 of 3
Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3
Authored By: Shulevitz, Judith 3 of 3
Abstract
The article explores the literary legacy of novelist Muriel Spark, highlighting her dual identity as a comic writer and a significant religious author in modern British literature. Spark, who converted to Roman Catholicism in 1954, often infused her works with biblical themes, particularly drawing from the Book of Job, while employing a distinctive narrative style that reflects her theological inquiries. The piece also discusses Frances Wilson's biography, "Electric Spark: The Enigma of Dame Muriel," which contrasts with previous biographies by focusing on the personal experiences that shaped Spark's fiction. Additionally, it examines Spark's complex relationship with her Jewish heritage and her unique approach to storytelling, characterized by her use of prolepsis and a playful engagement with themes of divine providence and human folly. [Extracted from the article]
Additional Information
- Source:Atlantic. 2025/09, Vol. 336, Issue 3, p94
- Document Type:Literary Criticism
- Subject Area:Religion and Philosophy
- Publication Date:2025
- ISSN:1072-7825
- Accession Number:187156133
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