Vývoj dítěte v románu Pokoj od Emmy Donoghue

Mladenova, Elena

This thesis aims to examine Emma Donoghue's novel Room from the perspective of child development of its narrator and protagonist, a five-year-old Jack. His early years were spent in confinement with his mother and the novel describes their escape and his later transition and adaptation to the outside world. All of Jack's main developmental areas are examined, which includes his cognitive, emotional, and social development. There is a particular emphasis on how his isolation from the outside world affects his development and ability to adapt after his escape. This study also discusses the impact of trauma and confinement on early child development, using psychological theories such as Piaget's cognitive development theory, Bowlby's attachment theory, or Vygotsky's social development theory. Furthermore, the study also includes a critical assessment of the speed with which Jack makes improvements after escaping and transitioning to the outside world. A question is raised about whether or not his surprisingly quick adaptation is in line with selected psychological concepts on recovery and trauma. The thesis suggests that, while Donoghue's portrayal of Jack's development corresponds with many mentioned psychological theories, but it may unintentionally downplay the long-term consequences associated...

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