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The third major theory is theory of psychology, which functions to specify and strengthen the base of terms used from the psychological point of view. Two sub
theories of the theory of psychology –theory of psychology of character and theory motivation- are used in this study. Theory of psychology of character functions to
describe the nature of the character. In this case, the nature of Alicia and John’s characters psychologically will be shown through everything they conduct; while
theory of motivation functions to understand more the personality of Alicia and John within their attitudes. It includes the personality structures na med Id, Ego, and
Superego which are employed to underlie their basic personality. Finally, the forth- major theory used in this study is theory of love and
marriage. It functions to be the base for the study concerning the love that appears between Alicia and John in their marriage life. The writer also tries to correlate
theory of motivation between theory of love and marriage in order to analyze their motives of behavior further to their love and marriage. These theories will answer the
second question of how Alicia’s faithfulness is exercised by analyzing their love triggers and the significance of their love
C. Criticism
Criticism is very helpful for the readers to understand and to appreciate more a work of literature by knowing the opinions and criticism on the authors’ work.
Reading the criticism on Sylvia Nasar helps me understand the background of the story as well as give me illustration of the setting of the story in order to have a
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deeper analysis. Therefore, some criticism of Sylvia Nasar and her novel used in this study entitled A Beautiful Mind are presented in this part.
The first comment is from Roger L. Lee. He stated that the book was wonderful. The book is worthy reading for its honesty about genius and Nash’ life,
what it takes to become a world class mathematic. He said that Sylvia Nasar put a tremendous amount of research in this book as evidenced by the contents and the
index. Roger also amazed by the relationship of Nash and his wife, Alicia. Nash married Alicia who nurtured and committed him to a hospital by turns. She had
borne him a son of his lurid moments before he had a nervous breakdown. She was forced to divorce him later although at the end they were together most of the time.
Another comment is from Isabel Thompson. She said that the book was a fabulous reading, starting from Nash early childhood through to his later years. It
told not only of his life but also of those around him and wonderful meetings with Alicia. Without Alicia, Nash would have perished. There would be no recovery, no
Nobel, no second take on life or the marriage. She inserted that this is a must reading to all who enjoy autobiography and learning about the fascinating lives of others
http:www.roycecarlton.comspeakersnasar-comment.html., accessed on
September 4, 2007. In addition, according to Mary Ellen Curtin, Economist and journalist Sylvia
Nasar has written a biography of Nash that looks at all sides of his life. She gives an intelligent, understandable exposition of his mathematical ideas and a picture of
schizophrenia that is evocative but decidedly unromantic. Her story of the machinations behind Nashs Nobel is fascinating and one of very few such accounts
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available in print the CIA could learn a thing or two from the Nobel committees. This highly recommended book is indeed a story about the mystery of the human
mind, in three acts: genius, madness, reawakening
http:www.roycecarlton.comspeakersnasar-comment.html., accessed on September 4, 2007.
In my opinion, A Beautiful Mind is more than a biographical story. This novel covers not only a life of a mathematical genius but also a deep struggle within
the life. It does take commitment and interest to read this book and benefit because it is long, detailed, and complex. I do not have a math background, but I am eager to
understand enough of the book to find it fascinating and meaningful. Nasar’s novel is a successful one because the use of language and the way she depicted the story are
amazing. She uses a good language in expressing human action and attitudes. Here, a good language means that Nasar could depict the story precisely at every single word
she used. Within every sentence, she conveys various meanings which make the readers feel interested to figure out the content of the novel. Nasar is also able to
make the story interesting through her many details and excellent wording. Additionally, she provides all the documentation of John Nash’s life in order to
formulate the book credible. This novel represents the real fact of human life. And also this story has many aspects, which can be analyzed for example a psychological
aspect. PLAGIAT MERUPAKAN TINDAKAN TIDAK TERPUJI
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D. The Context of the Novel
