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Analysis of Nonlinear Narrative via the Lens of the Coherence Theory of Language
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Abstract
The objective of this study is to examine the utilization of nonlinear narrative approaches in literature and investigate the potential optimization of comprehension of intricate plots through the application of linguistics-related knowledge. This study has determined, based on an examination of pertinent literature, that the use of non-linear narrative techniques can augment the appeal and intricacy of a literary piece, while also intensifying the level of reading challenge for its audience. This research use qualitative research methodologies to examine the utilization of non-linear narrative approaches, with a focus on comprehending these strategies through the analysis of textual data. The findings indicate that the principles of linguistic theory can be effectively employed in the analysis of literary texts as well as in the interpretation of films and television productions. This discovery has the potential to enhance the applicability of linguistics, thereby bridging a portion of the existing disparity between linguistic theory and real-world applications.
Keywords
nonlinear narratives, coherence theory, comprehension
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Zhang,Y. (2024). Analysis of Nonlinear Narrative via the Lens of the Coherence Theory of Language. Lecture Notes in Education Psychology and Public Media,51,22-28.
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