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Introduction
1. A Brief Introduction to Stephen Crane
2. An Introduction to The Red Badge of Courage
3. Literature Review of the Work
Chapter One Initiation Story
1. Definition and Origin
2. The Development of Initiation Stories
3. Different Themes and Elements Related to Initiation Stories
4. The Initiation Theme in The Red Badge of Courage
Chapter Two The Track of the Protagonist's Maturity
1. Analysis of Fleming's Character
2. Special Background for Growth -- the War
3. Fleming's Journey to Manhood
Chapter Three Important Symbols to Show Initiation Theme
1. Analysis of Two Symbols Used in The Red Badge of Courage
2. Function of Symbols to Show the Initiation Theme
Conclusion
Bibliography
Acknowledgements