EXPLORING THE POINT OF VIEW IN MOHSIN HAMID’S MOTH SMOKE: A NARRATIVE ANALYSIS
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https://doi.org/10.63468/sshrr.285Keywords:
Moth Smoke, Fowler-Uspensky’s Model, Narrative, Point of View, Space, Time, Psychology, IdeologyAbstract
This study presents a narrative analysis of Hamid’s Moth Smoke, utilizing Fowler and Uspensky's model of point of view. The research highlights the role played by spatial, temporal, psychological, and ideological perspectives in forming the plot and examining their effects on the characters' development. The primary objectives of the research are to analyze the application of space and time in the selected novel and look into the psychological and ideological implications of character development. The results show that Hamid expertly uses locative expressions and spatial descriptions to create mesmerizing settings, and temporal markers provide the novel’s depth by examining the past and present. The psychological point of view explores the characters' inner conflicts, feelings, and emotional management in dealing with other characters. The study also highlights the importance of ideological components in expressing cultural standards, ethical issues, and societal norms. Through this examination, the research offers a greater comprehension of Hamid's subject investigations and narrative approaches.
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