In American fiction R.W.B. Lewis argues, the archetypal images of America are that of Eden and the Promised Land and the corresponding image of male protagonists is of a New Adam-a protagonist who reenacts the story of innocence, experience, and the fall, and who believes in fresh starts and second chances but is unable to find then in American society.
Discuss the variations on the New Adamic World Theme with Jay Gatsby of “The Great Gatsby” and Langston Hughes “The Big Sea.” In addition, briefly address the following question: If American fiction often sees men in terms of Adam and Eden, what does the Edenic theme imply about American women in fiction?
Be sure to support your assertions with well-selected examples from the text, and provide in-text citations for page references.
Requirements:
must use 12-point font, Times New Roman
this essay must have a Title
3 cited sources: 1)The Great Gastsby
2)The Big Sea
3)A credible source of your choice
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