Surakarta English and Literature Journal
Vol 7, No 2 (2024): AUGUST

Hidden Desires and Social Norms in 'Young Goodman Brown': A Psychoanalytic Analysis

Salsabila Rizqi Sanina Amisar (Unknown)
Teguh Kasprabowo (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
15 Aug 2025

Abstract

Literature has provided a deep understanding of the human psyche and behavior. “Young Goodman Brown” by Nathaniel Hawthorne is a literary work exploring the psychological component. This study attempts to discover the conflict between hidden desires and social norms and the anxieties and fears from a psychoanalysis point of view. This study uses qualitative descriptive techniques to delve into the context. In addition, this study uses Freudian Psychoanalytic which are Id, Ego, and Superego. The research contributes to the broader field of literary analysis related to psychoanalytic theory, facilitating a deeper understanding of the story by revealing the character’s actions. By focusing on the protagonist’s personality traits, readers are expected to gain a comprehensive understanding of the story's central conflict. This study is intended to engage scholars, researchers, and students in the interpretive analysis of this short story.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

selju

Publisher

Subject

Humanities Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

The aim of SELJU is to provide a venue for academicians, researchers, and practitioners for publishing original research articles or review articles. The scope of the articles published in this journal deals with a broad range of topics such as Linguistics, Translation, Literature, and another ...