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‘ Pataphysics

‘ Pataphysics. Jessica Nguyen FRT 3562. What is ‘ Pataphysics ?. Created by French writer Alfred Jarry . “The science of imaginary solutions.” ‘ Pataphysics is dedicated to what lies beyond metaphysics. Experimental. Can be applied to science, literature, art, religion, etc.

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‘ Pataphysics

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  1. ‘Pataphysics Jessica Nguyen FRT 3562

  2. What is ‘Pataphysics? • Created by French writer Alfred Jarry. • “The science of imaginary solutions.” • ‘Pataphysics is dedicated to what lies beyond metaphysics. • Experimental. • Can be applied to science, literature, art, religion, etc.

  3. Alfred Jarry (1873-1907) • Writer best known for the play UbuRoi. • Co-founded the Théatre des Pantins. • Wrote the Exploits and Opinions of Dr. Faustroll, pataphysician. • Influenced young writers and artists in Paris. • Died of tuberculosis.

  4. More on ‘Pataphysics… • Noted members include: Jean Lescure, Raymond Queneau, Boris Vian, Jean Ferry, and Luc Étienne. • A ‘pataphysicist takes nothing seriously except ‘pataphysics which is to take nothing seriously. • Every event is accepted as an extraordinary event. • There is reality and a supplementary ‘pataphysic reality.

  5. ‘Pataphysics and the Oulipo ‘Pataphysics Oulipo • The College of ‘Pataphysics was founded in 1948. • Members were writers and artists. • Had followers from around the world. • Practiced constrained writing. • Subcommittee of the College of ‘Pataphysics. • Members were French speaking writers and mathematicians. • Used constrained writing techniques like N + 7, and Snowball.

  6. Examples of ‘Pataphysics • Literature: Pataphors, Surrealism, and Derrida’s Deconstruction. • Music: “Maxwell’s Silver Hammer” by The Beatles. • Art: Thomas Chimes • News: The Onion, The Daily Show. • Science: String Theory • Pataphysic calendar.

  7. Pataphysic Calendar Spoof of the French Catholic Calendar.. Begins on Jarry’s birthday (September 8th). A year is divided into 13 months of 28-29 days.

  8. Merdre! C’est Tout 

  9. Links to Check Out • ‘Pataphysics: http://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/%27Pataphysique • College of ‘Pataphysics: http://www.college-de-pataphysique.org/college/accueil.html • Jarry’sUbuRoi: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ubu_Roi • Clip of UbuRoi: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zWSxTqTjDLE • Maxwell’s Silver Hammer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQgsob_o1io&feature=related

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