Identity Contingency in Ian McEwan‘s novel Atonement– A Psychoanalytic Approach
1Dr. I. Angeline Priya
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Abstract:
Atonementby Ian McEwanis a successful combination of traditional realistic narrative, self-conscious devices, and deconstructionism, presented with modern experimental techniques which practically enhance its aesthetic beauty.Erikson proposed a theory of psychological and identity development that he called Psychosocial Development, which emphasizes how individual’s interactions with others influence the development of his/her identity.The protagonist (BrionyTallis) in McEwan’s Atonement experiences identity crisis, relying on the social psychologist theory of Erik Erikson.
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Paper Detailsrealistic narrative, identity crisis, Psychological Development, Id, Ego, Super Ego
Volume24
IssueIssue 4
Pages10658-10663