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Acknowledgements
Introduction
Chapter One Withering in the Darkness
1.1 Bleak tone in McGahern's first stage of literary creation
1.2 Tragic woman in The Barracks
1.3 Paternal abuse in The Dark
Chapter Two Straying in the Darkness
2.1 Hopeful hue in McGahern's second stage of literary creation
2.2 Prodigal in The Pornographer
2.3 Leavetaking and homecoming in Amongst Women
Chapter Three Nirvana in the Darkness
3.1 Illuminating voice in McGahern's last stage
3.2 Power reversal in Amongst Women
3.3 Harmony and serenity in That They May Face the Rising Sun
Conclusion
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