DOI
https://doi.org/10.47689/2181-3701-vol2-iss3-pp367-371Keywords
sentences , writing style , narrative techniques , storytelling , sentence structure , simple , compound , complex , and compound-complex sentences , sentence length , recurring sentence structures , rhetorical devices , richness , and depth of narrativeAbstract
This article provides a thorough analysis of the structural features of sentences in Theodore Dreiser's novel An American Tragedy. Various types of sentences are studied, including simple, complex, and compound structures, as well as sentence length and its effect on narrative rhythm. Particular attention is paid to the use of active and passive voices, and their impact on readers’ perception of the events of the novel and the characters’ characters. Repetitive sentence structures and stylistic decisions that support the key themes and motifs of the work are examined. The analysis allows readers to better understand Dreiser's skill in creating a rich and multifaceted textual fabric of the novel, which contributes to a deeper immersion in the plot and the emotional perception of his characters.
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