The Search for Worth: How Relationship Conflicts Reveal the Universal Nature of Insecurity

Authors

Grace C. Conroy, College of the Holy CrossFollow

Abstract

Since the beginning of time, romantic relationships and their dynamics have taken center stage in media--whether in books, plays, or other forms of literature. In this essay, a comparison of couples' relationships in James Joyce's "The Dead" and Marina Carr's play "The Mai" reveals the core human element of insecurity, prevalent in moments of marital conflict.

Recommended Citation

Conroy, Grace C. (2024) "The Search for Worth: How Relationship Conflicts Reveal the Universal Nature of Insecurity," The Criterion: Vol. 2024, Article 8.
Available at: https://crossworks.holycross.edu/criterion/vol2024/iss1/8