Abstract
Internet literature in the digital era is produced in the context of virtual reality provided by cyber space, and its representation is through simulation or iconicity. The aesthetics of this literature is characterized by its virtualization, and parody as a popular technique derived in the process of virtualization highlights the carnival feature in the aesthetics. This so-called virtual aesthetics is a double-edged sword. While it liberates imagination, it also causes criticism for its lack of a firm value standpoint and cultural critique spirit. The virtual illusion characterized by consumerism may likely obscure the reality of survival in the real world and thus the texts may be devoid of meaning and significance and may become repetitive in forms only.
First Page
106
Last Page
117
Recommended Citation
Zeng, Fanting. 2014. "A Study on Internet "Virtual Aesthetics"." Theoretical Studies in Literature and Art 34, (1): pp.106-117. https://tsla.researchcommons.org/journal/vol34/iss1/3
