Analysis of 'The Immigrant's Daughter,' a novel by Michele Cooper.

摘要

Like any creative effort, there are many choices an author must make when writing a novel. Whether those choices are deliberate or subconscious, an examination of such texts can reveal the theoretical underpinnings that form the style and aesthetic qualities that contribute to its meaning. This essay examines the stylistic choices I made in The Immigrant's Daughter in the context of narrative theory as well as commonalities with other contemporary women-authored novels. To provide a basis for that analysis, this essay includes an overview and synopsis of the story, a description of my writing processes and methods, and the relationship of this creative work to my graduate program.