关键词: 空间叙事, 《潜水鸟》, 主体特性, 主题建构

Abstract: Based on spatial narrative theory, the spatial narrative features in The Loons by Margaret Laurence, a Canadian female writer, is explored. In the novel, the movements and changes of physical spaces bring displacements and estrangement of social spaces and finally lead to the closure of Piquettes psychological space and combination of physical space and implied space, together with the narrative techniques like flashback, configuration and first person narration, co-produces the marginalization and tragedy of the protagonist. Spatial narration in The Loons helps to figure out the personality of the protagonist and contributes to the construction of the theme.

Key words: spatial narration, The Loons, personality, theme construction