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Using qualitative descriptive methodology and close textual analysis, the study draws on concepts such as fragmented subjectivity, the collapse of grand narratives, and identity as a cultural construct. Findings show identity continuously reshaped by media culture and commercialization, while fragmented dialogue and a disjointed structure destabilize communication and meaning.","Republic of Iraq\nMinistry of Higher Education and Scientific Research\nUniversity of Tikrit\nCollege of Education for Humanities\nDepartment of English\nFragmented identity in Sam Shepard's Angel City\nA Graduation Project\nSubmitted to The Council of the College of Education for Humanities, University of Tikrit, in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree of Bachelor’s\nBy\nTabarak Mohammad Fayad\nSupervised By:\nLecturer: Amin Abdulwahed Khalaf Hamad\n2026. A.D                                                                                 \t   1447. A. H\nبسم الله الرحمن الرحيم\n{أَوَلَمْ يَرَوْاْ أَنَّا نَسُوقُ ٱلْمَآءَ إِلَى ٱلْأَرْضِ ٱلْجُرُزِ فَنُخْرِجُ بِهِۦ زَرْعًا تَأْكُلُ مِنْهُ أَنْعَٰمُهُمْ وَأَنفُسُهُمْ ۖ أَفَلَا يُبْصِرُون}\n(صدق الله العظيم)\nالسجدة: [٢٧]\nIn the name of Allah, The Most, Gracious, The Most Merciful\n“Have they not seen how we drive water to the barren land and thereby bring forth crops whereof their cattle eat and (likewise) themselves? Will they not then see?”\nGod Almighty has spoken the truth\n(Sura: Al-Sajdah, Aya: 27)\nThe current research paper is dedicated to my parents, who have been a pillar in my academic life through their support, patience, and encouragement, always. I also devote this to my family and friends who provide my motivation and confidence in my abilities. Lastly, I would like to offer this research to my teachers and professors who assisted and provided much valuable information to the finalization of this research.\nAdditionally, I dedicate this work to my beloved family for their constant encouragement, moral support and belief in me.\nACKNOWLEDGEMENTS\nI wish to thank and fully appreciate my supervisor, Lecturer: Amin Abdulwahed Khalaf Hamad, and his very precious guidance, constant support, and academic supervision during the process of writing and completing this research. His critical feedback, informative suggestions and constant motivations significantly worked towards enhancing the excellence of this research. His effort, patience and educational skills contributed a great deal into steering this research to the path of success.\nI also owe the academic staff of the department a favourable learning experience along with their rich knowledge, tips and support toward my academic life. The teaching and mentoring practice I experienced has influenced my academic growth.\nI would like to give special credit to my family who supported me, understood, and encouraged me in my studies indefinitely. Their morality and faith in me have always acted as a strength and motivational factor.\nLastly, I would wish to express gratitude to all the people involved in the actual or indirect manner in the completion of this study. Any help, guidance or support that is provided on this journey is highly welcome.\nAbstract\nThis study examines the theme of fragmented identity in Angel City by Sam Shepard within the framework of postmodern theory. The research aims to explore how identity is represented as unstable, fluid, and constructed under the influence of cultural, social, and economic forces, particularly within the context of the Hollywood film industry. The study is motivated by the relative lack of critical attention given to Angel City compared to Shepard’s other plays, despite its rich exploration of identity crisis and media influence\nThe research adopts a qualitative descriptive approach based on close textual analysis of the play. It applies key concepts from postmodern theory, including fragmented subjectivity, the collapse of grand narratives, and identity as a cultural construct, as discussed by theorists such as Stuart Hall, Jean-François Lyotard, and Fredric Jameson. The analysis focuses on three main aspects: the fragmentation of identity through characters, the use of fragmented dialogue and language, and the influence of the Hollywood environment.\nThe findings reveal that identity in Angel City is not fixed but continuously reshaped by external pressures, particularly media cul","cbCaikmgkKDkl2Rl","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaikmgkKDkl2Rl","docx",75541,1,27,"English","en",105,"# Introduction\n## Background of fragmented identity in Sam Shepard\n## Angel City as an experimental play","[{\"question\":\"What is the main research focus of the graduation project?\",\"answer\":\"The project focuses on how fragmented identity is represented in Sam Shepard’s Angel City, especially in relation to postmodern theory and the Hollywood film industry.\"},{\"question\":\"What research method and theoretical framework does the study use?\",\"answer\":\"It uses a qualitative descriptive approach based on close textual analysis, applying postmodern concepts such as fragmented subjectivity, the collapse of grand narratives, and identity as a cultural construct.\"},{\"question\":\"What do the findings suggest about the characters’ identities in Angel City?\",\"answer\":\"The findings indicate that identity is not fixed; 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