Roy MakesThe Syntax Tilt Towards the Spoken Form in The God of Small Things
Exploring Deviations in Sentence Structure and Writing Style
by Dr. Yogendra Pareek*,
- Published in Journal of Advances and Scholarly Researches in Allied Education, E-ISSN: 2230-7540
Volume 20, Issue No. 1, Jan 2023, Pages 217 - 219 (3)
Published by: Ignited Minds Journals
ABSTRACT
The present paper looks into the structure of sentences used by the author. It is evident from the text that the author frequently deviates from the norms. Her style is inclined towards the spoken form. There are features like ellipses, prefaces and noun-phrase tags, fragments etc. Much has to be inferred from the context and surroundings. Type of sentences and word order are selected to convey specific meanings.
KEYWORD
syntax, spoken form, author, sentences, norms, style, ellipses, prefaces, noun-phrase tags, fragments, context, surroundings, word order, specific meanings
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Corresponding Author Dr. Yogendra Pareek*
Associate Professor, SPNKS Govt PG College, Dausa, Rajasthan