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Library's collection Library's IT development CancelThis thesis discusses about the actions of the three
male characters', that is Fanshawe, Butler and Edward which
show their types of love toward Ellen in Hawthorne's first
novel, Fanshawe. Fanshawe loves Ellen so much that he is
willing to protect her from any harm. He shows his love in
respecting Ellen, in wanting the best for her and in willing
to sacrifice himself for the sake of Ellen. Fanshawe's
actions show that his love toward Ellen can be called agape.
The second character, Butler, is attracted to Ellen
physically with materialistic motivation. He only thinks of
his own needs so that even Ellen's needs mean nothing for
him. Therefore, he does not protect her but betrays her.
He disrespects her and even tries to rape her. Butler's
actions show that he bases his love on lust, so his love can
be called eros. The third character is Edward, Ellen's
first friend who finally falls in love with her. However,
his love is based on the fulfilment of his desire. As long
as Ellen is able to do what he wants, he feels happy but
when she is unable to do it, he will become angry with her.
Since Edward only wants the benefits from his relation with
Ellen, his actions show that his love cannot be considered
as a true love. His type of love is just based on
friendship. The thesis writer finally concludes that
agape love is the best type of love to be continued in
marriage. Love based on eros is not good for a marriage
since it is based on lust and on materialistic things.
Meanwhile, love based on friendship is still immature. It
can grow to be agape that fits for marriage when the couple
become unselfish and ready to sacrifice for the sake of the
loved one.