Modernism
Modernism is a literary genre marked by a break with traditional forms, emphasizing stream of consciousness, fragmented narratives, and themes of alienation and dislocation. It often questions perceptions of reality and embraces experimentation.
Nausea
Jean-Paul Sartre's 'Nausea' is a seminal existential novel that delves into the themes of existential angst and the search for meaning in an indifferent universe. Through the introspective diary entries of Antoine Roquentin, a solitary historian residing in the fictional town of Bouville, the novel explores the overwhelming sensation of 'nausea'—a profound discomfort and disorientation felt as he confronts the absurdity of existence. Sartre's nuanced philosophical insights underscore the fluid and often despairing nature of human consciousness, making the narrative a cornerstone of existential literature. 'Nausea' invites readers to ponder deeply their own existence and the essence of freedom, responsibility, and self-definition in a world devoid of inherent meaning.