EXPLORING CONJUNCTIONS AS COHESIVE DEVICES IN O. HENRY’S SHORT STORIES
Keywords:
grammatical cohesion, conjunctions, cohesive devices, additive, adversative, causal, temporal, literary discourse, discourse analysisAbstract
The thesis explores the use of conjunctions as cohesive devices in O. Henry’s short stories, focusing on how they contribute to the grammatical cohesion and coherence of literary discourse. Conjunctions play a crucial role in connecting sentences, clauses, and ideas, allowing the narrative to flow smoothly and logically. By analyzing a selection of O. Henry’s stories, this research identifies various types of conjunctions including additive, adversative, causal and temporal and examines their function in linking events, structuring dialogue, and guiding readers through complex plots. The findings reveal that O. Henry skillfully employs conjunctions to enhance the unity and clarity of his narratives, contributing to their engaging and well-organized structure.
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