Sudden Eden

Focusing on the interplay between memory and literary expression, the essays delve into how the concept of Paradise influences experimental writing from the late Middle Ages to contemporary times. By examining a diverse array of authors, including Dante, Beckett, Traherne, and Guest, the work presents a fresh perspective on the connections between Metaphysical, Symbolist, and Postmodern literature, suggesting a cohesive vision of Heaven that transcends time and genre.