应用格雷马斯的符号学矩阵来分析《伊芙琳》,通过两个符号学矩阵,对小说的主要矛盾冲突以及最终结局进行深层分析。在分析的过程中,促使伊芙琳最终决定留在家里的四个原因浮出水面,即,对未知生活的恐惧,对男人的不信任,当前生活对温饱的基本保障,以及对家庭的责任感。
In this paper,Greimas’semiotic square is applied to the analysis of Eveline.With the help of two semiotic squares,the maj or conflict and the ending of this short story are analyzed. Through the analysis,four reasons are summarized for Eveline’s final decision of staying at home:her fear for the unknown life,her distrust of man,the guarantee for food and shelter in her present life,and her sense of responsibility for her family.