Life Class by Pat Barker (AQA A-Level English Literature A): Flashcards
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Paul's social class background
Paul's social class background
Working-class
Social mobility definition
Social mobility definition
Ability to move between different social classes
Five major themes in Life Class
Five major themes in Life Class
Class, war impact, art purpose, gender, identity growth
How Barker portrays war
How Barker portrays war
Unflinching honesty, stark realism, not glorified
Trauma definition
Trauma definition
Deep psychological distress from disturbing events
Escapism definition
Escapism definition
Seeking distraction from unpleasant realities
Elinor's relationship with societal expectations
Elinor's relationship with societal expectations
Resists them but faces emotional isolation
Gender dynamics definition
Gender dynamics definition
How gender shapes social interactions & power relationships
Identity definition
Identity definition
Person's sense of self, values, beliefs & characteristics
War's effect on characters' sense of self
War's effect on characters' sense of self
Catalyst for transformation; creates alienation