Essays on Canadian Writing, Issues 10-12York University., 1978 - Canadian literature |
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... Marian's precise and analytical language is also defensive . Marian uses words the way Peter uses mechanical objects as a means of mastering the external world , and of keeping experience at arm's length . ― The dualities Marian imposes ...
... Marian's precise and analytical language is also defensive . Marian uses words the way Peter uses mechanical objects as a means of mastering the external world , and of keeping experience at arm's length . ― The dualities Marian imposes ...
Page 126
... Marian could solve all her problems by marrying Peter and settling down like a brood - hen on a nest . The point is that Marian must accept herself as she is . When Len Slank objects to becoming a father , Ainsley accuses him of ...
... Marian could solve all her problems by marrying Peter and settling down like a brood - hen on a nest . The point is that Marian must accept herself as she is . When Len Slank objects to becoming a father , Ainsley accuses him of ...
Page 128
... Marian ? Perhaps , as Duncan himself has pointed out , these symbolic considerations are no longer relevant : " What does it matter , you're back to so - called reality , you're a consumer " ( p . 281 ) . Marian must now carry on her ...
... Marian ? Perhaps , as Duncan himself has pointed out , these symbolic considerations are no longer relevant : " What does it matter , you're back to so - called reality , you're a consumer " ( p . 281 ) . Marian must now carry on her ...
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