POSTMODERN PARODY IN THE IRAQI ALI BADER’S NOVEL “PAPA SARTRE”

Hayder Gebreen, Mustafa Talib Jawad

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This research paper investigates the impact of existentialism on Iraqi society, with a particular focus on the sixties generation as depicted in Ali Bader's novel "Papa Sartre." The study explores the use of parody as a postmodern literary device to satirically critique the influence of existentialist philosophy on individuals and society. By examining the negative repercussions of existentialist philosophy on societies, especially the Iraqi sixties generation, this research delves into the satirical critique embedded in Bader's novel. The primary focus is on parody as a means to highlight the superficial adoption and harmful consequences of certain philosophical ideologies, such as existentialism, within intellectual and societal contexts. The paper aims to demonstrate how individuals and communities can be swayed by philosophical theories without fully understanding their implications. Through the use of parody, the novel encourages readers to engage with the deeper nuances of its narrative, serving as a cautionary tale against the uncritical acceptance of imported ideologies. Furthermore, the research emphasizes the role of literary works in confronting and interrogating critical issues fostering social awareness and discourse. By highlighting the insidious spread of harmful ideologies across generations, the paper advocates for vigilance among future generations to protect against the influence of such detrimental philosophies.

 

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Iraqi postmodern literature, Ali Bader, Papa Sartre, parody

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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.46827/ejls.v5i2.537

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