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标题：What is the literary function of the motherhood motif in Toni Morrison’s A Mercy?
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作者：Steve Monk ; Sciences
期刊名称：Vanderbilt Undergraduate Research Journal
印刷版ISSN：1555-788X
出版年度：2013
卷号：9
期号：0
DOI：10.15695/vurj.v9i0.3806
语种：English
出版社：Office of Innovation through Technology
摘要：This research paper examines the literary function of the motherhood motif in Toni Morrison’s A Mercy. The paper analyzes the presentation of the major characters in the novel and their relation to motherhood. A Mercy is a multi-layered, imagery-laden novel containing hidden themes and social commentary. Analyzation of the motherhood motif reveals the subtle societal comments Morrison makes in the novel. The complex motherhood motif fuels the characterization of two of the main characters in the novel, Jacob and Florens. In addition, its multi-perspective nature comments on the influence of stereotypes and discrimination in society. The scope of the investigation includes the opinion of Toni Morrison critics and interviews with Morrison. Thus, my critical analysis can be synthesized with Morrison’s own opinion of her own works as well as the opinion of literary critics.
关键词：motherhood;motif;Toni Morrison;A Mercy