Date of Award
1-12-2006
Degree Type
Closed Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Department
English
First Advisor
Dr. John Holman - Chair
Second Advisor
Josh Russell
Third Advisor
Dr. Sheri Joseph
Abstract
These stories explore contemporary people who find their lives taking a shape they fear. These people often try to cling to their old life, control a loved one who is changing, or seek an escape. Their aspirations are often higher than where they land. Their situation resembles the writer’s situation in attempting to shape the lives of characters: they attempt to control what often cannot be controlled.
DOI
https://doi.org/10.57709/1059530
Recommended Citation
Johnson, John Gregory, "Beasts of the Earth and Air." Dissertation, Georgia State University, 2006.
doi: https://doi.org/10.57709/1059530