JoTELL: Journal of Teaching English, Linguistics, and Literature
Vol. 2 No. 2 (2023): JoTELL: Journal of Teaching English, Linguistics, and Literature

THE STRUGGLE TO ACHIEVE A DREAM IN JAMES R. DOTY’S INTO THE MAGIC SHOP

Keren Walanda (Universitas Negeri Manado)
Olga Rorintulus (Universitas Negeri Manado)
Sanerita Olii (Universitas Negeri Manado)



Article Info

Publish Date
23 Feb 2023

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to reveal the struggle of Jim to achieve his dream   and the obstacles of his success. The writer uses qualitative methods, using two data sources, namely primary data and secondary data. The main data source is the novel of the main character, then the secondary data source is books, articles, and reference journals on the internet about the novel Into the Magic Shop by James R Doty. And in analyzing it the writer uses an objective approach that focuses on external and internal elements. The results show that the main character Jim's dream is to have a lot of money, go to college, become a successful doctor, and live a luxurious life. His struggles were when he studied magic, during his school life, and his business career. The obstacles he faces are finances, family, and the value of his courses. Finally, he can get what he dreams of, become a doctor and live what he wants.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jotell

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

JoTELL Journal of Teaching English, Linguistics, and Literature is a peer-reviewed journal and published monthly; publishing research reports and conceptual analysis; within the fields of teaching English, English literature, and linguistics. It is published by the English Education Study Program of ...