Institusion
Universitas Darma Persada
Author
Mega, Larissa
Subject
809 Critical Appraisal of More Than Two Literatures/Sejarah, Deskripsi dan Penilaian Kritis Karya Sastra
Datestamp
2022-06-21 02:40:11
Abstract :
This research discusses a novel by Sophie Kinsella which tells the story of a
woman named Fixie Farr who prioritizes other people's affairs more than her own
and always feels that it is her responsibility to solve all the problems faced by
others. This study discusses the theme of literary works using two approaches,
namely intrinsically and extrinsically. The concepts that I used to analyze through
the intrinsic approach include characterization by using showing and telling
methods, plot, and setting. In the extrinsic approach, I use the theory of anxiety
and inner conflict. The results of this study indicate that the character of Fixie Farr
experiences symptoms of anxiety such as fear, doubt, and feeling uncomfortable
when facing a situation or problem which makes her thinks that she has to solve it.
And Fixie Farr's character also experiences an inner conflict which is seen when
she has to make decisions and no one supports and understands her. The novel I
Owe You One is the primary source in this thesis and is supported by related
theories, concepts, and definitions as secondary sources.