Isolation and Community in Short Story Collections by Z.Z. Packer, Jhumpa Lahiri, and Mary Gaitskill
Subtitle
Isolation and Community in Three Short Story Collections: Z.Z. Packer, Jhumpa Lahiri, and Mary Gaitskill
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
First Advisor
Shelton, Carol R.
Document Type
Thesis
School
Faculty of Arts and Sciences
Department
English
Date of Original Version
4-2006
Abstract
Looking at short story collections by Z.Z. Packer, Jhumpa Lahiri, and Mary Gaitskill, this work explores the protagonists' development of identity in relation to others. Using relational psychoanalysis as a theoretical base, this thesis probes the tension between involvement in community and maintaining individuality.
Recommended Citation
Howe, Katy A., "Isolation and Community in Short Story Collections by Z.Z. Packer, Jhumpa Lahiri, and Mary Gaitskill" (2006). Master's Theses, Dissertations, Graduate Research and Major Papers Overview. 5.
https://digitalcommons.ric.edu/etd/5
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