The aim of this study is to investigate conflict as a literary technique in general, and
in J. M. Ntsime's play, Pelo e ja Serati, in particular. The discussion will focus on
the structural causes and the effect of conflict in drama.
The study comprises seven chapters. The aim, scope and methods of research are
outlined and motivated in chapter one.
The second chapter provides background about Ntsime's text. This mise en scene
includes a plot summary, discussion of the genre of the play as well as information
about the cast of characters. The chapter further considers some of the aspects
upon which conflict relies, including characterisation, naming and setting.
The third chapter offers some theoretical perspectives on conflict in general. These
serve to determine the nature of conflict and its importance in drama.
Chapter four deals with the structural analysis of conflict in Pelo e ja Serati.
Emphasis is placed on the internal structure of conflict, to demonstrate its vital role
in the development of dramatic action, from the beginning of the play through to its
conclusion.
Chapter five explores the relationship between dialogue and conflict in the play. It
explores the ways in which dialogue develops and sustains conflict,
Chapter six focuses on the style of the author. It discusses general stylistic
techniques, including poetic language, imagery, proverbs and idioms. Particular
attention was given to the use of these devices in Pelo e ja Serati and the manner
in which they develop and sustain the conflict.
Chapter seven revisits the main points of the study. By way of conclusion, I argued
that the moral and ethical lessons portrayed by Ntsime in Pelo e ja Serati remain
relevant to today's reader/audience. / Thesis (MA)--PU for CHE, 1999
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:netd.ac.za/oai:union.ndltd.org:nwu/oai:dspace.nwu.ac.za:10394/1449 |
| Date | January 1998 |
| Creators | Katametsi, Joyce Boitumelo |
| Publisher | Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education |
| Source Sets | South African National ETD Portal |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Thesis |
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