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Title Flaneuse-ing: A Psychogeographic Study of Khalifeh's My First and Only Love and Madoun's Fractured Destinies

Author(s) Amna Laraib

Abstract The present study investigates the act of flânerie executed by females in Madhoun and Kalifeh’s selected Palestinian novels. Drawing upon Elkin’s concept of female walking from Flâneuse: Women Walk the City in Paris, New York, Tokyo, Venice and London, the research explores how female protagonists traverse urban landscapes, mountainous terrains, and cities, portraying haptic and intimate urban experiences. The study has employed McKee’s textual analysis model to investigate the intricate navigation of societal complexities, shedding light on issues such as violence against women, struggles with identity, marginalization, war, resistance, and the quest for belonging. It reveals how the social issues embedded in the urban space and the psychogeographic impacts of space influence the psyche of the flâneuse. Amidst the chaos and turmoil depicted in selected Palestinian novels, the portrayal of love emerges as a pivotal theme explored by the flâneuses. The contemporary flâneuse, with acute attention to detail, vividly captures the essence of the cityscape, immortalizing its nuances and myriad experiences within her narratives. The study emphasizes that the act of flânerie transcends age or profession, showcasing how women from various walks of life engage in the exploration of urban environments, enriching the literary landscape with their perspectives and insights.

Type Thesis/Dissertation MS

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Department English

Language English

Publication Date 2024-05-29

Subject English Literature

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