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A Stylistic Study of Richmal Crompton's William Carries On (Book 24th) in the Just William Series | ||
| Journal of Language Studies | ||
| Volume 9, Issue 2, Part 2, July 2025, Pages 219-231 PDF (589.61 K) | ||
| Document Type: Original Article | ||
| DOI: 10.25130/Lang.9.2.P2.13 | ||
| Authors | ||
| Salar M. M. Salih1; Ismaeel M. Fahmi2 | ||
| 1University of Garmian | ||
| 2University of Soran | ||
| Abstract | ||
| Understanding the way language is used to convey meaning, as well as the content of a literary work, depends significantly on stylistic analysis. The Just William series, a collection of humorous and thought-provoking short stories for children, is the most well-known work by prolific English author Richmal Crompton (1890–1969), the pseudonym of Richmal Crompton Lamburn. With its portrayal of the lovable yet mischievous William Brown, the series, which ran from 1922 to 1970, has enthralled readers for decades. Despite the series' enduring popularity, there has been limited scholarly exploration of how Crompton’s stylistic choices—particularly her use of humor, irony, and linguistic elements—serve to mediate the tensions between childhood innocence and the grim realities of World War II. Additionally, the function of William’s mischief as a narrative device to counteract wartime instability remains understudied. This study proposes that Crompton employs humor, irony, and deliberate linguistic techniques to soften the harsh truths of war while subtly exposing its psychological and social effects on both children and adults. Furthermore, it suggests that William’s relentless mischief functions as a narrative mechanism to preserve a sense of normalcy amid chaos, with the subdued reactions of secondary characters reflecting deeper societal anxieties. Through stylistic approach as methods for analysis of William Carries On, this study examines Crompton’s narrative voice, language, character development, and thematic concerns. By situating the text within its historical and literary context, the analysis aims to demonstrate how Crompton’s stylistic decisions enhance the series' lasting appeal while offering a nuanced critique of the societal disruptions caused by war. | ||
| Keywords | ||
| Stylistics; linguistics; Crompton; children; William | ||
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