The serpent myth in D. H. Lawrence - DOI: 10.4025/actascilangcult.v30i1.4055
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https://doi.org/10.4025/actascilangcult.v30i1.4055Keywords:
myth, symbol, individuation process, images, literatureAbstract
This paper proposes a study on the myth of the serpent in D.H. Lawrence’s The Plumed Serpent, based on Joseph Campbell’s mythical map of the hero’s journey and Jungian criticism. Kate, the female protagonist, embarks on a quest for spiritual-psychological rebirth in the primitive lands of Mexico. Following the pattern of Jung’s individuation process and exploring many recurrent symbols in the narrative, we intend to show how Kate faces ruptures and uncertainties as her consciousness is getting into a process of expansion. According to our analysis, the serpent illustrates the Self’s paradoxical aspect, representing both the viper side of the human being as well as its knowledge.Downloads
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