Abstract: The Apple Tree is a famous novel written by John Galsworthy. The description of the environment, romantic plots and Ashurst’s struggle in making love decision leave a deep impression on readers. However, the novel’s criticism of the society, the bourgeoisie and the humanity are the key factors for its success. This paper, based on Carl Jung’s Archetypal Theory—the Anima, the Shadow and the Persona, makes a psychological analysis of Ashurst, trying to unveil the ugliness of the bourgeoisie, to reveal the absence of humanity and to emphasize the society’s profound influences on individuals.

Key words: Ashurst; Jung’s Archetypal Theory; The Apple Tree

Contents

Abstract

中文摘要

1. Introduction-1

  1.1 John Galsworthy-1

  1.2 The Apple Tree-1

  1.3 Literature Review-2

2. Jung’s Archetypal Theory-4

  2.1 The Anima-4

  2.2 The Shadow-5

  2.3 The Persona-5

3. The Psychological Analysis of Ashurst Based on Archetypal Theory-6

  3.1 Ashurst’s Anima-6

    3.1.1 Megan—the Virgin Mary-6

    3.1.2 Stella—the Sapientia-7

  3.2 Ashurst’s Shadow-9

    3.2.1 Libido-9

    3.2.2 Pride and Arrogance-10

    3.2.3 Selfishness and Hypocrisy-12

  3.3 Ashurst’s Persona-14

    3.3.1 Mask of Romance-14

    3.3.2 Mask of Etiquette-15

    3.3.3 Mask of Chivalry-16

4. Conclusion-18

References-20