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Post-apocalypse: Dystopia and Re-shaping the World in Zoe Kazan’s After The Blast (2019)

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Last updated: 03 Jan 2025

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العلوم الإنسانية

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Dystopia has become increasingly acclaimed after the turn of the century. Dystopian literature has been written particularly for young adults who are accustomed to the rapid advance of science and technology. The aim of this research paper is to trace the different dystopian characteristics in Zoe Kazan's After The Blast (2017) in the framework of staging hyperreality. This study is considered the first to be conducted on this play. It argues for a more comprehensive conceptualization of contemporary dystopia in order to respond more adequately to postmodern ways of understanding the future of mankind and re-shaping the world. It revolves around a provocative futuristic approach that questions the future of both humanity and the planet. Understanding the appeal of dystopian young adult fiction, Kazan provides both her readers and audience with fresh perceptions on problematic political and social practices. Dark and complex, After The Blast is an intrusive interplay between artificial intelligence and basic human instincts and emotions. In fact, Kazan's play provides young adults with an opportunity to reflect upon themselves and their lives, helping them through their journey to maturity, autonomy and selfhood.

DOI

10.21608/jssa.2022.269341

Keywords

After The Blast, dystopia, hyperreality

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Heba

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Abd Elwahab

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الأکاديمية العربية للعلوم والتکنولوجيا والنقل البحري- کلية اللغة والإعلام - فرع القرية الذکية

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heba_badr.aast@yahoo.com

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23

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7

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37599

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2022-10-01

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2022-01-04

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2022-10-01

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1

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22

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2356-8321

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2356-833X

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مجلة البحث العلمي في الآداب

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Post-apocalypse: Dystopia and Re-shaping the World in Zoe Kazan’s After The Blast (2019)

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22 Jan 2023