EXPLORING THE TRAGEDY OF JUDE: A BILDUNGSROMAN PERSPECTIVE
Authors: Li Minghua
Published: June 2024
Abstract
<p>The Bildungsroman theory, rooted in Germany, has been a subject of fascination for scholars of German literature. Translated as Bildungsroman, Entwicklungsroman, or Erziehungsroman, this literary style encapsulates personal growth and education. The theory delves into the transformation of individuals in the process of self-exploration, reflecting their inner struggles and their evolving relationship with society. This paper aims to explore the essence of Bildungsroman by dissecting the protagonist's journey, the conflicts they encounter within society, and the internal contradictions they grapple with during their spiritual quest. In essence, it endeavors to unravel how the protagonist, in the crucible of external influences, shapes a unique inner self through the growth process. The theory Bildungsroman, as explained by Marx, revolves around the young hero's pivotal experiences of pain, worldview transformation, personality evolution, or a combination thereof. This transformation marks the transition from innocence in childhood to the complex, real world of adulthood. This thesis employs the Bildungsroman theory to dissect the tragic life of Jude in Thomas Hardy's literary masterpiece, "Jude the Obscure."</p>
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