This is a study ofD.RZ. Ntuli's radio trilogy: Isivumelwano, IsivumelwanoEsisha
and Ngenxa Yesivumelwano. Since the term trilogy is not a familiar concept in Zulu
literary studies, this is an attempt to fill that void. This thesis provides some new
insight into this concept, while also devising a practical method for the analysis of
the radio trilogy.
Chapter one outlines the aim of the study, scope of the study and the definition of
some terms. This is followed by explaining the method of research and theories on
radio serial dramas. There is also a discussion of the historical background in the
development of Zulu radio serial drama and Ntuli's position and contribution to it.
Finally, there is a review of previous research studies in Aincan Languages on radio
drama.
In chapter two plot structure of a radio trilogy is discussed. Theories of drama
trilogy by trilogists like Hitchcock, Bakhtin, Asimov and Norris are discussed in
detail. This is followed by an in-depth analysis of the plot structures of
Isivumelwano, Jsivumelwano Esisha and Ngenxa Yesivumelwano.
Chapter three deals with the characterization of radio trilogy. It distinguishes
between the actors and characters. Different methods of character portrayal are
investigated.
Chapter four deals with perspectives on the theme of the radio trilogy. Types of
themes are dealt with.
Chapter five discusses the dialogue in radio trilogy. It deals with the differences
between a dialogue, duologue and monologue, and explains the functions fulfilled
by dramatic utterances and dialogue. Lastly a nature of dialogue as a characteristic
of the dramatic action is discussed.
Chapter six concentrates on the style of radio trilogy. Elements and different types
of styles are discussed. Kinds of images, figurative language, proverbs, idioms,
biblical allusions and various influences are discussed in detail.
Chapter seven concludes by summarizing the main finding ofthis study, and giving
observations about the quality ofNtuli's contribution to radio drama trilogy. lt also
explores some possibilities regarding future studies on Ntuli's radio trilogy. / African Languages / D. Lit. et Phil. (African Languages)
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:netd.ac.za/oai:union.ndltd.org:unisa/oai:uir.unisa.ac.za:10500/18120 |
| Date | 06 1900 |
| Creators | Maphumulo, A. M. |
| Contributors | Saule, N. |
| Source Sets | South African National ETD Portal |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Thesis |
| Format | 1 online resource (xv, 350 leaves) : illustrations |
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