The Sound and the Fury
The Sound and the Fury, published in 1929, is a groundbreaking novel that explores the decline of the Compson family, a once-prominent Southern dynasty. Set in Mississippi, the narrative unfolds through the fragmented perspectives of four narrators, including the cognitively impaired Benjy and the tormented Quentin. Faulkner employs stream-of-consciousness techniques to delve into themes of loss, time, and moral decay. Through its complex structure and rich symbolism, the novel captures the struggles of identity and tradition in a changing South. Widely regarded as a masterpiece, it solidified Faulkner's reputation as a key figure in modernist literature.
