Analysis of Identity Crisis and Individual Self-Realization in Rebecca from the Perspective of Identity Theory.

Abstract

As a classic work of Daphne du Maurier, Rebecca has won wide acclaim for its intricate plot and profound theme and cleverly incorporated the elements of deeper dissection and reconstruction of individual identity. Under the perspective of Eklison’s self-identity theory, this work has a profound inspirational significance to the self-exploration and identity-building of individuals when they face life’s challenges. This paper takes the three core characters of the novel as the research object, and through analyzing the psychological changes and behavioral choices of the characters, it reflects the self-identity crisis and reconstruction of individuals in the social and cultural context, comprehensively demonstrates the complexity and multidimensionality of the self-identity issue of the novel, advocates the in-depth excavation of self-knowledge by individuals in the society, and encourages the individuals to construct a solid self-identity in the process of continuous self-reflection and exploration. The novel comprehensively presents the complexity and dimensionality of self-identity and its reconstruction.