Non-Conformity in a Selection of Harold Pinter’s Plays

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Dedication
• Acknowledgements
• Abstract
• Chapter One
  • Section One: Historical and Social Background
  • Section Two: the Characteristics of Pinter's Plays
• Chapter Two
  • Section One: The Individual/Freedom VS. Society/Restriction: The Birthday Party
  • Section Two: The Individual vs. Religious and Political Powers: The Dumb Waiter
  • Section Three: Individual Vision VS. Social Restriction: The Caretaker
• Chapter Three
  • Section One: Society, Family, and Sterile Life: The Lover
  • Section Two: That which destroys the family, corrupts society: The Homecoming
• Conclusion
• Bibliography
• Abstract (Arabic)

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This thesis examines the themes of non-conformity and rebellion in a selection of Harold Pinter's plays. It aims to analyze how Pinter's characters challenge societal norms and authority, explore the tension between individual freedom and social restrictions, and reveal the complexities of human relationships.

• Individual vs. Society
• Freedom and Restriction
• Power Dynamics
• The Role of Language
• The Absurdity of Human Existence

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

Chapter One provides a historical and social context for Pinter's work, exploring the social and political climate that influenced his writing. It also examines the characteristics of Pinter's plays, focusing on his use of language, silence, and ambiguity.

Chapter Two delves into the theme of non-conformity through an analysis of three plays: The Birthday Party, The Dumb Waiter, and The Caretaker. The chapter explores how the characters in each play resist societal pressures and challenge authority figures.

Chapter Three continues the exploration of non-conformity by examining The Lover and The Homecoming. These plays explore the complexities of family relationships, the destructive nature of societal expectations, and the impact of power dynamics on individuals.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The thesis focuses on the following keywords and concepts: Harold Pinter, non-conformity, rebellion, societal norms, individual freedom, social restriction, power dynamics, language, silence, ambiguity, theatre of the absurd, existentialism, The Birthday Party, The Dumb Waiter, The Caretaker, The Lover, The Homecoming.