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Intertextuality in Literature
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The concept of intertextuality in literature involves the use of plotlines, characters or literary tropes from other works to create an entirely new story with a structure. This literary technique is similar to the TV character John Munch, who originated in Homicide: Life on the Street and has appeared in other shows as well.
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The concept of intertextuality involves incorporating plotlines, characters, and literary tropes from other works into a novel, creating a sort of literary mashup.
36:47 - 41:21 (04:34)
Intertextuality
Summary
The concept of intertextuality involves incorporating plotlines, characters, and literary tropes from other works into a novel, creating a sort of literary mashup. This is similar to the way John Munch from Homicide, Life on the Street became a beloved character in different TV shows.