I have chosen the short story A Visit to Grandpa′s from Dylan Thomas′ book Portrait of the Artist as a Young Dog because for me it reflects a close relation between himself as a child and the countryside of Wales and how he felt and what he experienced there.
In my first section I want to point out the changes in Dylan Thomas′s writing and how the story A Visit to Grandpa′s is connected with his own life and the time when he grow up. Linked to his own life then comes a kind of comparison of his childhood and our, the reader′s, memory of childhood will follow.
In the main part I give a short description of the story and an introduction to the different characters. In connection with the description of the story I point out important things about atmosphere and characters in the narration and I want to connect parts of the story to the appearing situation and atmosphere. In addition to the explanation of the plot the occurring dreams will be mentioned and I try to explain what they might mean.
The last part about the style of writing deals with the way Dylan Thomas wrote the short story A Visit to Grandpa′s. Then in the conclusion I want to bring together what I have said before and try an attempt why an adult reader still understands the feelings and problems in this child story.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- 1. The new way
- 2. Childhood memories
- 3. The story
- 4. Style of writing
- 5. Conclusion
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
The purpose of this analysis is to explore Dylan Thomas' short story "A Visit to Grandpa's" within the context of his literary development and the themes it presents. The analysis will delve into the story's connection to Thomas' own life and childhood experiences, examining how it reflects his evolving writing style and the universal nature of childhood memories.
- The evolution of Dylan Thomas' writing style
- The connection between Thomas' childhood and the universal themes of childhood
- The depiction of characters and atmosphere in the story
- The significance of dreams and their symbolic meaning in the narrative
- The exploration of themes like loss of innocence, jealousy, and death
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: This section provides an overview of the analysis, highlighting the significance of "A Visit to Grandpa's" in relation to Thomas' life and literary career. It outlines the key areas that will be explored, including the change in Thomas' writing style, the connection to his childhood, and the themes presented in the story.
- 1. The new way: This chapter examines the shift in Thomas' writing style and how it manifested in "A Visit to Grandpa's." It discusses the influence of Freudian psychology and the change from earlier, more poetic works to a more autobiographical style in the "Portrait of the Artist as a Young Dog" collection.
- 2. Childhood memories: This chapter explores the importance of childhood memories in Thomas' writing, arguing that they are universal experiences that connect readers to his work. It examines how Thomas utilizes his own childhood experiences to create relatable and evocative stories. The section also highlights the importance of shared childhood memories and their impact on adult lives.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This analysis focuses on Dylan Thomas' short story "A Visit to Grandpa's," exploring themes of childhood, memory, and writing style. Key concepts include the evolution of Thomas' writing, the impact of his childhood on his work, and the universal themes of loss of innocence, death, and the relationship between generations.
- Quote paper
- Anja Moeller (Author), 2002, Dylan Thomas "A Visit to Grandpa's" - an Analysis, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/6835
