STYLISTIC DEVICES IN ENGLISH LITERARY TEXTS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
Keywords:
Keywords: stylistic devices, literary texts, functions, English literature.Abstract
Annotation: This article explores the various stylistic devices employed in
English literary texts and their multifaceted functions. By analyzing examples from
different genres, it aims to elucidate how these devices enhance meaning, evoke
emotions, and contribute to the overall aesthetic experience of literature.
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