A Critical Study of American Young Adult Literature with Special Reference to the Novel, Paper Towns John Green

A Critical Study of American Young Adult Literature with Special Reference to the Novel, Paper Towns John Green

Authors

  • Purna Doshi

Keywords:

linguistics, stylistic analysis, stylistic devices, signs, expressiveness

Abstract

The novel Paper Towns has grown in popularity among college students everywhere. It's a novel about taking chances, going on adventures, and discovering oneself. These components appear to be crucial for a well-known adolescent-targeting novel, however many works with less notoriety also have these components. Young people love Paper Towns because of its captivating narrative, realistic dialogue, and John Green's devoted fan base. These elements work together to give the book its appeal.

The thing that one may see in every one of John Green's works is, his realistic writing style. Since his use of speech is so appealing to readers, it demands special mention. The fact that Paper Towns was adapted into a movie allows to see how he employs spoken language in written form.

The basis for the current research is the interest in John Green's writings, which are not typically studied stylistically. This study offers a thorough stylistic analysis of John Green's Paper Towns. It reveals the author's primary stylistic idiosyncrasies, facilitating comprehension of the work. Every stylistic device utilized in the text is described in detail, along with the purposes it serves. The study's findings indicate that text sections that combine stylistic components from various language levels produce the most emotive expression, logical reasoning, and psychological effects.

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Published

25-02-2023

How to Cite

Purna Doshi. (2023). A Critical Study of American Young Adult Literature with Special Reference to the Novel, Paper Towns John Green. Vidhyayana - An International Multidisciplinary Peer-Reviewed E-Journal - ISSN 2454-8596, 8(4). Retrieved from https://vidhyayanaejournal.org/journal/article/view/909
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