English 110- Discussion 8
Psychoanalytic Criticism
In addition to viewing the video below (closed captions available), study the Psychoanalytic Criticism lecture
Download Psychoanalytic Criticism lecture posted in the Lectures folder.
You should have also finished reading “Psychoanalytic Criticism” in Critical Theory Today.
Reading Discussion 8: YGB & Psychoanalytic Criticism
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Read and annotate the texts for this week; then, respond to the questions or instructions below and participate in the discussion:
INITIAL POST
Discuss how YGB is affected by the experience in the forest. What does the experience itself reveal about him? Use at least one concept (for example, one of the defenses or core issues) from “Psychoanalytic Criticism” in Critical Theory Today. Highlight the concept/term in bold in your response.
Length: One page (about 250 words)
Respond in a structured, focused response. This isn’t a free-write in which you just jot down thoughts. Write clear, grammatical sentences, in coherent paragraphs, and use an appropriate tone. Your response should show that you are familiar with the texts. Do not offer a long summary or background information unless it is related to the question.
