Degree Name
MA (Master of Arts)
Program
English
Date of Award
8-2003
Committee Chair or Co-Chairs
Frederick O. Waage
Committee Members
Michael A. Cody, Theresa A. Lloyd
Abstract
“Southern Star” follows protagonist Sally Gayle through the cycle of maturation. Complex family relationships and secrets hinder Sally as she searches for her identity in this bidungsroman set in a small, rural area of Southern Appalachia. Taking a minimalist, cinematic approach, “Southern Star” experiments with form and technique in an attempt to convey pure story to the reader. The work particularly focuses on character development, authentic dialogue, and a sense of place.
Document Type
Thesis - unrestricted
Recommended Citation
Miller, Shanda Schrae, "Southern Star." (2003). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. Paper 803. https://dc.etsu.edu/etd/803
Copyright
Copyright by the authors.