The Dynamics of Power in Dramatic Discourse
A Stylistic Analysis of the Arabic Drama Bab Al-Hara
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 21807297 |
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| Authors | Mohammed Al-Badawi (0000-0002-3594-7339, Zarqa University), Alalddin Al-Tarawneh (0000-0003-3025-2586, Zarqa University), Wafa Abu Hatab (Zarqa University) |
| Year | 2024 |
| Volume | 14 |
| Issue | 4 |
| Pages | 1163-1171 |
| Publication date | 2024-04-29 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Theory and Practice in Language Studies (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1799-2591 • E-ISSN: 2053-0692 |
| Publisher | Academy Publication (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.17507/tpls.1404.24 |
| OpenAlex | W4396496332 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 9 |
This study explores the linguistic indexes of power dynamics through the lens of linguistic politeness and impoliteness in Arab media discourse. This objective was achieved through examining Abu Shawkat's utterances systematically utilizing well-established politeness theories, impoliteness paradigms, plus cooperation principles. The examination delves into Abu Shawkat’s patriarchal authority and its impact on their discursiveness from the viewpoint of complex societal interplays involving power relations, social distance assessments and imposition. Characters skillfully employ varied strategies of both politeness and impoliteness techniques alongside slight offensiveness methods for effectively navigating these subtly shifting landscapes to ultimately achieve various social objectives. The study emphasizes the need for comprehending politeness theories when navigating complex dramatic dialogues. Face-threatening acts and politeness strategies determine the relative power dynamics in the conversation between dramatic characters. In addition to that, this analysis shows how impoliteness can create complex authority hierarchies whilst simultaneously claiming autonomy within a narrative structure. This study in conclusion amplifies our understanding of the linguistic interplay weaved within dramatic discourse, primarily if it is tied deeply with Arab cultural nuances
Arabic · Art · Drama · Dynamics (music) · Linguistics · Literature · Physics · Power (physics) · Sociology · History · Islamic Studies and History · Philosophy
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| Highly cited | No |
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