声明
摘要
Abstract
Contents
Introduction
Chapter One Symbolic Meanings of the Landscapes
1.1 Moonstone:Men’s Power over Women and Class Division
1.2 Chicago:Money-controlled Urban City
1.3 Panther Canyon:Catalyst for Thea’s Realization of her Self-identity
1.4 New York:Space of Multiculturalism
Chapter Two Thea—Fulfillment of Artistic Dream in the Landscapes
2.1 Anxiety in Moonstone
2.2 Alienation in Chicago
2.3 Metamorphosis in Panther Canyon
2.4 Artistic Success in New York
Chapter Three Other Characters’ Failed Experiences in the Landscapes
3.1 Dr.Archie:Internalization of the Social Ideology
3.2 Mr.Wunsch—Hysteria and Superstition
3.3 Spanish Johnny:Loss of Self
3.4 Ray Kennedy:Disillusionment about Western Dream
Conclusion
Bibliography
Acknowledgments