Homecoming and Other Stories: Examining Truth in Fiction and Nonfiction
Date of Award
3-12-2010
Document Type
Undergraduate Capstone Project
Degree Name
Master of Liberal Studies
Organizational Unit
University College, Arts and Culture Management
Disciplines
Liberal Studies
First Advisor
Michael Henry
Keywords
Coming of age, Family, Fiction, Home, Nonfiction, Truth
Abstract
Is truth revealed in fiction? Many writers and readers believe that fictional stories communicate intuitive, psychological, and emotional truths that may not be understood without the dramatic tension of story. Creative nonfiction is, by definition, factual and recounts what really happened but also embraces the craft of narrative storytelling and respects the author's version of events. This creative writing endeavor explores the truths revealed in fiction and nonfiction stories by examining the subjects and themes in two original short stories and one short memoir. The Reflective Statement discusses themes that emerged in all three stories, namely: family as a redemptive force and as a destructive power and the proverbial search for home.
Publication Statement
Copyright is held by the author. Permanently suppressed.
Recommended Citation
Dressel-Martin, Amy, "Homecoming and Other Stories: Examining Truth in Fiction and Nonfiction" (2010). University College: Arts and Culture Management Capstones. 27.
https://digitalcommons.du.edu/ucol_mals/27