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Two Natures: Chalcedon and Coming-of-Age in O'Connor's "A Temple of the Holy Ghost".

Authors :
Sykes Jr., John D.
Source :
Flannery O'Connor Review; 2007, Vol. 5, p89-98, 10p
Publication Year :
2007

Abstract

A literary criticism of the short story "A Temple of the Holy Ghost," by Flannery O'Connor is presented. It focuses on the theme of the story, which depicts sacrilege and the presence of the divine in the unappealing human carnality. It also outlines the roles of the characters in the story. Moreover, the author explains that the story explored God and sex.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
26878267
Volume :
5
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Flannery O'Connor Review
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
26387834