La puissance du regard chez Marie-Claire Blaisde la honte à l'affirmation de soi

  1. Pich Ponce, Eva
Journal:
Çédille: Revista de Estudios Franceses

ISSN: 1699-4949

Year of publication: 2009

Issue: 5

Pages: 265-282

Type: Article

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Abstract

In Marie-Claire Blais" first novels, the images of eyes and glances acquire a great significance. They highlight the character´s relationships, conformism or rebelliousness. The other´s constant gaze arouses feelings of shame and remorse in the character which is being observed. This article will illustrate how Marie-Claire Blais" portrayals of eyes and glances allow her to draw attention to the character´s relationships and to denounce the dramatic consequences the notions of guilt and shame have in the search of individual identity.