Date of Award
2019
Document Type
Dissertation/Thesis
Submission Date
October 2026
Thesis/Dissertation Advisor [Chair]
Luria, Rachel
Abstract
Astronomically Pure is a work of fiction that started out as an idea of a boy falling for a star and evolved into a story about a star falling for something more than just love. It follows a star’s short visit to Earth through the perspective of a Valentina “Val” Ride who has given up on her life due to her terminal diagnosis. This story sets out to explore the limitations of love and LGBT themes through the romantic relationship developed between the main character and the star. Other themes expanded upon include friendship and loss once conflict arises between the main character, her human friend, and the star.
Recommended Citation
Moran, Risa, "Astronomically Pure: A Documentation of a Star Who Fell for a Girl on Earth" (2019). Harriet L Wilkes Honors College Theses 2010 - 2019. 407.
https://digitalcommons.fau.edu/etd_honors_2/407
Extent
98 p.
Identifier
FAUHT00126
Comments
Thesis (B.A.)--Florida Atlantic University, Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College, 2019.