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  Understanding Posthumanism in Modern Literature In today’s fast-changing world, literature has evolved beyond traditional human-centered stories. A new wave is rising — Posthumanism.    But what exactly is Posthumanism? And how is it reshaping the way we read and write stories? Let’s dive into it. 🔴  What is Posthumanism?    Posthumanism is a way of thinking that moves beyond the idea of humans being the center of the universe.    It questions human dominance and explores how technology, artificial intelligence, animals, and even the environment shape identity. In simple words, Posthumanism in literature asks:    > "What happens when the lines between humans, machines, and nature blur?" It challenges traditional ideas about the self, consciousness, life, and society. --- 🔴 Why is Posthumanism Important in Modern Literature? Modern literature mirrors our realities — and today, our world is full of AI, biotechnology, climate chang...

The cyborg genre in literature is a critical space where technology, identity, and posthumanism intersect. It explores the fusion of human consciousness and bodily existence with artificial intelligence, cybernetics, and digital augmentation. Within the UGC NET English Literature syllabus and PhD research, this genre is significant for engaging with postmodernism, feminist theory, transhumanism, science fiction, and digital humanities.   ---   🔴 Understanding the Cyborg Genre in Literary Studies   The cyborg, a term derived from “cybernetic organism,” signifies a hybrid entity composed of both organic and technological components. This concept extends beyond physical augmentation and into philosophical, ethical, and ontological questions about humanity, identity, autonomy, and technological dependence.   In literature, the cyborg genre emerges prominently in science fiction and speculative fiction, but its theoretical implications e...