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MARTIN CHUZZLEWIT: DICKENS'S PRODIGAL AND THE MYTH OF THE WANDERING SON.

Authors :
Sulfridge, Cynthia
Source :
Studies in the Novel; Fall79, Vol. 11 Issue 3, p318, 8p
Publication Year :
1979

Abstract

Presents a critical analysis of Charles Dickens' novel 'Martin Chuzzlewit.' Structural links which join the two title characters; Story of separation and reunion of the two central characters of the novel; Dilemma of conflicting inner and outer worlds in the character of young Martin Chuzzlewit; Allusion to the Biblical story of the prodigal son in the novel; Mythic pattern of the novel.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00393827
Volume :
11
Issue :
3
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Studies in the Novel
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
7087171