Quacks, queens, and interpreting dreams : a psychoanalytic literary theory manual for english majors

Abstract

My thesis investigates the theories·proposed by three popular psychoanalysts-Sigmund Freud, Carl G. Jung, and Jacques Lucan. Their theories are then applied to well-known literary works in the genres of fiction, creative non-fiction, and poetry. I analyze portions of selected writings to serve as literary microcosms that demonstrate a practical application of psychoanalytic literary theory. The conclusion of my application is an interpretation of the selected literature from a psychoanalytic viewpoint. This thesis not only explains and demonstrates the application of the theories, but also presents various methods and precise directions for any college-level English student to use as a supplemental resource for psychoanalytic textual interpretations.

This thesis combines into a single document my studies from all three English degree track options offered at the University of Central Florida-- Technical Documentation, Creative Writing, and Literature. I use first person narration as the voice of my thesis to relate my own experiences as an English major to my audience and to offer. practical solutions tp sp'tcific problems many literary theory students encounter during their studies. Classical and modem literature selections serve as models for my analysis, interpretations, and applications. My research is designed as a "how-to" manual directed towards English majo~s; this format enables me to convert complex theoretical concepts into straightforward e~pressions and easy application guidelines, resulting in a useful and practical psychoana1ytic literary theory guide for college-level literature students.

Notes

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Thesis Completion

2009

Semester

Spring

Advisor

Casmier-Paz, Lynn

Degree

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

College

College of Arts and Humanities

Department

English

Degree Program

English

Subjects

Arts and Humanities -- Dissertations, Academic;Dissertations, Academic -- Arts and Humanities

Format

Print

Identifier

DP0022379

Language

English

Access Status

Open Access

Length of Campus-only Access

None

Document Type

Honors in the Major Thesis

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