《儿子与情人》俄狄浦斯情结(2)
1.1 The Definition of Oedipus ComplexOedipus Complex is defined as “feelings of sexual desire that a boy has for hismother and the jealous feelings towards his father that this causes”.(Wehmeier 1380)It is originated from the Greek story of Oedipus, whose father, Laius, has beentold by the oracle that the boy will kill him and marry his mother. Laius leavesOedipus on a mountain to die, but a shepherd rescues him. Many years later, Oedipusreturns home but did not recognize his parents. He kills his father and marries hismother Jocasta.Oedipus Complex is considered as a reflection of human’s natural unconsciousdesire and will. It’s believed that boys are born with the sexual instinct with theirmother. Analyzing the plots of Oedipus Complex in literary works provides us aneffective to know more of ourselves.1.2 Oedipus Complex Embodied in Paul Morel’s CharacterThe Oedipus Complex embodied in Sons and Lovers is obvious. Paul Morel hasan specially intimate connection with his mother. Paul hates his father and wants toreplace his role and responsibility in the family. He can’t pour his love to any otherwoman but to his mother. Paul admits he can’t accept any other girls until his motherpasses away. His affection and attitude towards his mother are far beyond the normallevel.