The Contact, 2022
Scope and Content Note
The series contains Master's theses from 1943 to present. The theses consist of either a production book and a media component or solely a production book. The production books were originally submitted as physical bound copies, but were later submitted digitally. The physical production books are stored offsite and the digital production books are stored in the College's preservation repository.
The media components consist of U-matic tapes, VHS tapes, CDs, DVDs, and Blu-rays and changed to digital submissions in 2020. There are also a handful of audiocassette tapes and one USB. The media components are stored onsite at the Archives.
Dates
- 2022
Creator
- Reynolds, Erin Leigh (Person)
Conditions Governing Use
The thesis is restricted due to FERPA, permission from the author is required before you can view the thesis.
Extent
110 pages (110 pages)
Language of Materials
From the record group: English
From the record group: Chinese
From the record group: Spanish; Castilian
Overview
"The Contact is a maritime horror novella that explores the inescapability of death and regret. Haunted by the shame of dodging the Vietnam War draft, Hicks flees to a life at sea. Onboard an illicit vessel in the Pacific Northwest region, he spots a mysterious light none of the other crewmen can see. As the light grows closer, the crimes conducted by the captain and his crew become more heinous. The novella weaves together Hicks' reflections of his past with the present-day transgressions surrounding him. Against the backdrop of shipboard isolation, Hicks' fears take physical form. In the face of death and tormented by ominous visions, he seeks to right the wrongs onboard and gain redemption for his dark past." -- Abstract
Physical Location
RG 010.01B Writing, Literature & Publishing
Physical Description
110 pages
Repository Details
Part of the Emerson College Archives and Special Collections Repository
Walker Building, Room 223
120 Boylston Street
Boston Massachusetts 02116 United States
(617) 824-8301
archives@emerson.edu