The book explores the liminal aesthetics of U.S. cultural and literary practice. The study suggests that U.S. literary and cultural practice is permeated by 'moveable designs'-flexible, yet constant features of hegemonial practice that constitute an integral element of American national self-fashioning. Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG Author(s): Stefan L. Brandt Illustration(s): 42 Tables, color; 10 Illustrations, color; 32 Illustrations, black and white; XX, 297 p. 42 illus., 10 illus. in color. Number of pages: 297 Collection: Renewing the American Narrative Publication date: 2022 Dimensions: 217 x 155 x 24 Cover type: Hardback