Date of Award
Spring 5-2017
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
M.F.A.
Degree Program
Creative Writing
Department
English
Major Professor
Barton, Fredrick
Second Advisor
Leake, Joanna
Third Advisor
Walsh, M.O.
Abstract
Rust Belt and Other Stories is a collection of stories exploring characters in the bleak moments when social oppression challenge the perceived meaning of their lives. The disenchantments are influenced by distinctive settings, which set the tone for the stories. Place is an active force shaping the protagonists and adding to the nuance of character relationships, dialogue and philosophical outlooks.
Recommended Citation
Slager, Rachel D., "Rust Belt and Other Stories" (2017). University of New Orleans Theses and Dissertations. 2358.
https://scholarworks.uno.edu/td/2358
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