论《了不起的盖茨比》的象征艺术

On Symbolism in The Great Gatsby

Abstract

Fitzgerald is ranked among the greatest realism American writers of the 20th century. The Great Gatsby stands for his masterpiece. In the novel, rich and delicate use of symbolism is achieved, which depicts the rottenness of the American Dream. This thesis probes into the use of symbolism in the novel. The first part of this thesis presents the definition and function of symbolism, and then comes a brief introduction to characteristics of symbolism. The second part makes an analysis of symbolic images in The Great Gatsby, including color images, creature images and nature images. Finally, this thesis analyses the artistic value of symbolism from the depiction of characters and exposition of human aspiration and destiny. This thesis aims at promoting the understanding of the implication of symbolism in The Great Gatsby.

Key Words:  F•S•Fitzgerald; The Great Gatsby; symbolism; images;
thematic implication

摘　要

菲茨杰拉德是美国210世纪1位伟大的现实主义作家，其代表作《了不起的盖茨比》赢得了评论界的高度评价。在小说中，菲茨杰拉德以其丰富而精湛的象征手法成功地展示了210年代“美国梦”破灭的历史全程。本文阐述了象征艺术在小说中的运用。第1部分介绍了象征手法的定义、作用和特点。第2部分从颜色、物体和自然环境3个方面分析了《了不起的盖茨比》中的象征意象的运用。第3部分主要从人物性格的刻画，对人物精神与命运的剖析两个方面论述象征主义在《了不起的盖茨比》中的应用。本文旨在使读者更好地理解《了不起的盖茨比》中象征主义的艺术价值和意义。

关键词：菲次杰拉德、《了不起的盖茨比》、 象征艺术、象征意向、主题意蕴

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