THE USAGE OF TOPONYMS WITH LINGUACULTURAL FEATURES IN THE WORK OF “A ROSE FOR EMILY” BY WILLIAM FAULKNER

Abstract

This thesis is devoted to Faulkner's masterful use of toponyms and mixed features of   culture and language simultaneously   in the work of "A Rose for Emily". It creates a tangible sense of place that is inextricably linked to the story's themes. The analysis explores the town of Jefferson, Mississippi, becomes a microcosm   of the Old South, a place haunted by its past and caught in a struggle between tradition and modernity. The specific locations, from Emily's decaying mansion to    the bustling town square, contribute to the story's atmosphere of decay and isolation. Faulkner's language which plays a crucial role in establishing setting and character culturally. Southern dialect, such as the use of "a right smart," adds a layer of   authenticity and   contributes to the story's slow, deliberate pace. The formal language used by Emily further emphasizes her social distance from the town's inhabitants, highlighting her isolation and the chasm between her world and that of the changing South. By weaving toponyms and language into the narrative fabric, Faulkner creates a powerful and evocative portrait of a town and its people struggling to cope with the ghosts of their past.