The Fragility of Life
The Fragility of Life
Author(s): Fatlum MeholliContributor(s): Eronita Kqiku (Translator)
Subject(s): Aesthetics, German Literature, Theory of Literature, Sociology of Literature
Published by: Bard Books
Keywords: struggle; existentialism; psychoanalysis; symbolism; fear; solitude;
Summary/Abstract: This article offers a psychoanalytic analysis of Patrick Süskind’s novella The Pigeon, focusing on the portrayal of the fragility of life and the psychological sensitivity of the protagonist, Jonathan Noel. Through the symbolism of the pigeon, the disruption of Noel’s mental equilibrium is emphasized, revealing underlying traumas that shape his altered perception of the world. The analysis highlights how Noel grapples with inner fears and anxiety, reflecting a persistent conflict between the desire for stability and the reality of an unstable existence.
Journal: SYMBOL
- Issue Year: 2024
- Issue No: 31
- Page Range: 63-75
- Page Count: 13
- Language: English
