Ambivalence towards (Homo) Sexuality in Baldwin's Giovanni's Room

Abstract

This research has explored the sexual ambivalence in Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin. David, the protagonist’s sexual ambivalence stems from his homosexual and heterosexual involvement at the same time. David can't help finding himself in relation with his male partner Giovanni. Again, his stance in the close relationship with his beloved, Hella, makes us find him in quite ambiguous position. The research work basically centers on the forthcoming of a new life- style that goes beyond the traditional marriage life causing a great confusion to the contemporary world