Narrative Structure in A Jest of God by Margaret Laurence
Author Affiliations
- 1 English Department, Mysore University, INDIA
Res. J. Recent Sci., Volume 3, Issue (11), Pages 88-91, November,2 (2014)
Abstract
Margaret Laurence is one of the eminent novelists of Canada who tries to focus on women’s problems, seeking to develop an identity for Canadian women. In A Jest of God, the reader can find a sign of feminism and Laurence’s emphasis on women’s life. Laurence, through this novel, teaches valuable lessons to the readers; for example that it is possible to change in every phase of life. Laurence also teaches the reader to develop strong relationship with other.
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