The Use of Stylistic Layers in Literary Language

Abstract

The article elaborates the use of different stylistic layers including lexical, syntactic, semantic layers, stylistic devices layer and narrative layer. Lexical layer involves the choice and arrangement of various words and phrases together with connotations and denotations though syntactic layer refers to the arrangement of words and phrases to form sentences. Semantic layer within stylistic layers deals with the meaning of words and how they contribute to the overall message of the text. Stylistic devices layer includes literary devices such as metaphor, simile, personification, alliteration, and onomatopoeia. The narrative layer in language refers to the overall structure, style, and perspective employed by an author to tell a story or convey information. It encompasses various elements that shape the way a narrative unfolds and how readers perceive and engage with the text.