The (De-)Construction of Englishness and the Invention of National History in Julian Barnes' England, England (1998)

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Exploring the concept of Englishness, this seminar paper delves into how contemporary British novels reflect on myths, traditions, and national identity. It highlights notable works, including Julian Barnes' England, England, which engages with historical truth and the interplay between authenticity and imitation. The paper positions Barnes' novel within the realm of postmodernist historiographic metafiction, emphasizing its self-reflexive nature and critical examination of narrative's role in shaping history and fiction.