SEMANTIC FUNCTIONS OF COHESION IN ENGLISH LITERARY DISCOURSE AND ITS IMPACT ON COHERENCE
Abstract
This article analyzes the semantic functions of cohesion in English literary discourse and its impact on coherence. The semantic connection of a text not only ensures its logical consistency but also helps readers form a holistic understanding. Within the scope of this study, O. Henry’s short story ‘The Romance of a Busy Broker” is selected as the primary source for analysis, focusing on semantic cohesion devices such as reference, substitution, ellipsis, and lexical cohesion. The paper provides a detailed examination of how these devices influence the narrative structure and stylistic features of the story. The findings of the study contribute to a deeper understanding of the role of semantic cohesion in the comprehension and analysis of literary texts.
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