Wendell's Diary

**Introduction** The concept of the "death of the author," introduced by postmodernist critics, suggests that the interpretation of a text should not be limited by the author's intentions or biography. This idea challenges traditional notions of authorship and meaning. Today, with the advent of interactive AI like ChatGPT, we see a new dimension to this concept—where the boundaries between author and audience blur, and content creation becomes a shared, dynamic process. Let’s explore how ChatGPT is redefining authorship and transforming our engagement with text and ideas. **Postmodernism and the Death of the Author** Postmodernist thought, particularly through the lens of Roland Barthes’ essay "The Death of the Author," argues that a text’s meaning is shaped by the reader rather than the author. According to this view, the author’s role diminishes as readers bring their interpretations and experiences to the text, creating diverse and multifaceted meanings. This...