L3: Literary Reading through a Linguistic Context

Linguistic Context

The study of a literary text’s language, structure, and intrinsic elements, such as diction, syntax, and literary devices, to understand its meaning.

Diction

The choice of words used in a text, including their tone, style, and level of complexity.

Syntax

The arrangement of words and phrases in sentences, clauses, or lines to create meaning and effect.

Mood

The emotional atmosphere or feeling evoked by a text.

Tone

The author’s attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through word choice and style.

Structuralism

A literary theory that focuses on the inherent structure of a text and the relationships between its parts to derive meaning.

Formalism

A method of literary analysis that emphasizes a text’s form, structure, and literary devices, without considering external factors like the author’s biography or historical conte

Literary Devices

Techniques such as imagery, metaphors, similes, and sound devices used to enhance the meaning and impact of a literary text.

Elevated Diction

A sophisticated and formal choice of words used to create a particular tone or style in a text.

Intrinsic Qualities

The internal features of a text, including its language, structure, and style, that contribute to its meaning and artistic value.