THE ROLE OF DIALECT IN AMERICAN SOUTHERN LITERATURE
Keywords:
dialect, writers, southern literature, African, American, culture, value, tradition.Abstract
Southern American literature has a long-standing tradition of employing dialect to reflect the distinct cultural, social, and historical aspects of the American South. In this context, dialect goes beyond being a mere linguistic device; it serves as a representation of the region’s identity, history, and entrenched social systems. This article will examine how dialect plays a key role in Southern literature, particularly in portraying characters, settings, and societal realities.
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