The Wackiness of Wacky World

Author

Michael Dan McCormick, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Date of Award

12-2023

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Fine Arts (MFA)

Department

Creative Writing

First Advisor

David Carren

Second Advisor

Robert Moreira

Third Advisor

David Anshen

Abstract

This critical introduction takes a closer look at the situations presented in my manuscript “Wacky World” and offer insight on the actions seen from the main character. This insight is meant to clear confusion as to whether or not the character can be viewed as a heroic figure and explore his personality to draw conclusions. “Wacky World”, a full-length play, tells the story of a man with an obsession with a defunct theme park and the deranged actions that he takes in order to prevent its demolition.

I explore the topic on whether or not sympathy can be felt for characters who commit horrible acts. My primary focus is to give insight to my main character in a way that the common reader would be based on the situations presented in my story.

Comments

Copyright 2023 Michael Dan McCormick. All Rights Reserved.

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Recommended Citation

McCormick, Michael Dan, "The Wackiness of Wacky World" (2023). Theses and Dissertations. 1416.
https://scholarworks.utrgv.edu/etd/1416