Modernism vs. Postmodernism

Of all the characters to choose from, I feel the chancellor from "The Obsolete Man" best exemplifies the difference between the modernist and postmodernist point of view. In the beginning of the story the chancellor expresses to Mr. Wordsworth, a librarian, that he is no longer needed in society because libraries no longer exist. This is a prime example of the modernist view as the chancellor states, "Since there are no more books Mr. Wordsworth, there are no more libraries and of course it follows that there is very little call for the services of a librarian." This shows a modernist view in that they use rationalism and logic to explain why Wordsworth's services are no longer needed. Obviously since there are no more books, a librarian is no longer needed, which is common logic. The chancellor also states, "The state has proven that god does not exist." This helps represent the modernist perspective in that nothing can exist among what we percieve. However, later on the chancellor states, "In the name of God let me out." This statement shows faith in a superiour being. Whether or not the chancellor believes in a God is irrelevant. It is the fact that the thought of a superiour being crossed his mine which expressed a postmodern persepective.
So overall I feel the chancellor from "The Obsolete Man" best helped me comprehend the difference between modern and postmodern perspectives. Throughout the development of the plot you can recognize his perspective gradually changing from modern to postmodern; although he never reaches an extreme postmodern perspective.

A Little About Me

What's up everybody? My name is Tyler Gleaton and I am currently a sophomore here at Clemson. I'm majoring in Philosophy of Law, Liberty, and Justice, but I plan on swapping over to Sports Management. I know that's one extreme to the other but I love sports so I feel that suits me best. My goal in life is to go to law school in Charleston and get my degree to become a sports agent. Hopefully I'll catch on with a firm or end up somewhere in an organizations' front office. I am from Barnwell, SC. It's a small town southest of Aiken. I live with my mom Lisa who is a school teacher and my brother Ridge who is a sophomore in high school. I grew up playing baseball, soccer, and basketball, but when it came to playing for the school I stuck with baseball. I have played for 14 years and don't plan on giving it up anytime soon. I had several scholarship offers to some smaller schools but I suffered ligament damage in my throwing elbow and it all kinda went downhill from there. I love the beach and music. I hope to learn to play the guitar in the near future. That's about all there is to know about me. Peace yall