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CESARET, KORKAKLIK VE DOĞAL DÜNYA; "CESARETİN KIRMIZI MADALYASI" İNCELEMESİ

Cilt: 17 Sayı: 1 30 Haziran 2025
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COURAGE, COWARDICE, AND THE NATURAL WORLD: A STUDY OF THE RED BADGE OF COURAGE

Abstract

The Red Badge of Courage stands as a renowned war novel penned by Stephen Crane. Crane skillfully wove a narrative that explores the transformative journey of a young farm boy aspiring to prove his courage by enlisting in the army. The protagonist, Henry Flaming, initially dreams of becoming a celebrated hero, but the harsh realities of war shift his perspective on heroism and the nature of armed conflict. Many scholars and writers have dissected Henry's character, labeling him a cowardly hero and a realistic representation of twentieth-century heroism. Some critics point to Crane's pervasive use of irony, making it a challenging yet insightful reading. However, Henry achieves genuine self-awareness and a sense of manhood through a prolonged and intense internal struggle. Beyond Henry's character analysis, the novel delves into a significant theme the relationship between man and nature. While human destructiveness is glaringly evident on the battlefield, nature remains indifferent to these actions. As Crane aptly notes, "Nature would never care if he is dead or not" (1960, p. 47). The study aims to explore both the intricate connections between nature and humanity and the transformative journey of the hero in Crane's narrative."

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Birincil Dil

İngilizce

Konular

Edebi Çalışmalar (Diğer)

Bölüm

Kitap İncelemesi

Erken Görünüm Tarihi

10 Temmuz 2025

Yayımlanma Tarihi

30 Haziran 2025

Gönderilme Tarihi

11 Kasım 2024

Kabul Tarihi

2 Haziran 2025

Yayımlandığı Sayı

Yıl 1970 Cilt: 17 Sayı: 1

Kaynak Göster

ISNAD
Yaşar, Tahir. “COURAGE, COWARDICE, AND THE NATURAL WORLD: A STUDY OF THE RED BADGE OF COURAGE”. Şarkiyat 17/1 (01 Haziran 2025): 244-252. https://doi.org/10.26791/sarkiat.1582316.

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