UNITY AND CONFLICT OF BINARY OPPOSITION IN THE STRUCTURE OF A LITERARY TEXT
Aimukhambet Z. Yerdembekov B. Abildayeva A. Alimbayev A. Mukhazhanova R.
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In contemporary linguistic discourse, theres a growing fascination with exploring narrative binary oppositions in literary works. This study delves into the main binary pairs like «nature-man», «tradition-modernisation», «past-present», «good-evil», «individualism-collectivism» within Kazakh fiction, employing methodologies such as generalization, content analysis, and structural-semiotic analysis. These oppositions not only signify conflict but also complement each other within the narrative. The focus lies on how authors craft and convey contrasts, shaping the texts structure. Through diverse literary works, the research unveils key characteristics of binary oppositions in Kazakh literature, demonstrating their adaptability across genres and integration with socio-cultural and historical elements. The analysis uncovers artistic motifs and images associated with binary oppositions, offering insights into their representation within Kazakh creative expressions. The findings are relevant for scholars exploring binary oppositions in artistic works and specialists in semiotics, linguistics, literary studies, and cultural studies.
dichotomous nature , motive , plot confrontation , semantic structure , symbolic load
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L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University Department of Kazakh Literature, Kazakhstan
Shakarim University Research Center “Abai Zhane Ulttyk Ruhaniyat”, Kazakhstan
A.K. Kussayinov Eurasian Humanities Institute Department of Kazakh and Russian Philology, Kazakhstan
Alikhan Bokeikhan University Department of Philology, Kazakhstan
L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, 2 Satpayev Str., Astana, 010008, Kazakhstan
Shakarim University, 20A Glinka Str., Semey, 071412, Kazakhstan
A.K. Kussayinov Eurasian Humanities Institute, 4 M. Zhumabayev Ave., Astana, 010009, Kazakhstan
Alikhan Bokeikhan University, 11 Mangilik El Str., Semey, 070000, Kazakhstan
L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University Department of Kazakh Literature
Shakarim University Research Center “Abai Zhane Ulttyk Ruhaniyat”
A.K. Kussayinov Eurasian Humanities Institute Department of Kazakh and Russian Philology
Alikhan Bokeikhan University Department of Philology
L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University
Shakarim University
A.K. Kussayinov Eurasian Humanities Institute
Alikhan Bokeikhan University
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