Stylistics Analysis - The Old Man and the Sea.pptx

Stylistics Analysis - The Old Man and the Sea.pptx

1. Stylistics/style Joanna M. Noveno

2. stylistics Stylistics is the study and interpretation of texts concerning their linguistic and tonal style. It is a branch of applied linguistics that is focused in the form and structure of literary works such as the word choice, sentence formation, and poetic and literary devices. 2

3. Stylistics vs style Stylistics It is the study about the unique and specific style of the writers and how they use language to create meaning. Style The mode of expressing thought in writing or speaking by selecting and arranging words, to create clearness, effectiveness, that is characteristic of a person or group. 3

4. Stylistic analysis of the old man and the sea A novel by Ernest Hemingway

5. Ernest Hemingway Ernest Miller Hemingway (1899-1961), born in Oak Park, Illinois, was an American novelist and short-story writer, awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1954. He was noted both for the intense masculinity of his writing and for his adventurous and widely publicized life. 5

6. The old man and the sea A short heroic novel published in 1952 and awarded the 1953 Pulitzer Prize for fiction. It was Hemingway’s last major work of fiction. The story centers on an aging fisherman who engages in an epic battle to catch a giant marlin. It tells of his long and lonely struggle with a fish and the sea, and his victory in defeat. 6

7. Summary An old Cuban fisherman named Santiago, who has not caught a fish for 84 days was being ridiculed by other fishermen for his bad luck. Manolin , his apprentice was forced to leave the old fisherman, though Manolin continues to support him with food and bait. Convinced that his luck must change, Santiago takes his skiff far out into the deep waters of the Gulf Stream, where he soon hooks a giant marlin. With all his great experience and strength, he struggles with the fish for three days, admiring its strength, dignity, and faithfulness to its identity. He finally reels the marlin in and lashes it to his boat. However, Santiago’s exhausting effort goes for naught. Sharks are drawn to the tethered marlin, and, although Santiago manages to kill a few, the sharks eat the fish, leaving behind only its skeleton. 7

8. Levels of Stylistic analysis

9. Phonological level Onomatopoeia “The old man loved to …hear them [Portuguese man-of-wars ] pop when he stepped on them.” The fish "left the water and the hissing that their stiff set wings made as they soared away.“ “I can remember the tail slapping and banging and the thwart breaking…” 9

10. Phonological level Tone The tone of Ernest Hemingway in "The Old Man and the Sea" is characterized by a blend of simplicity, dignity, and understated strength. Hemingway employs a spare and elemental style, reflecting the stripped-down existence of the protagonist, Santiago, an aging fisherman. This tone is achieved through Hemingway's use of short, simple sentences and a focus on the physicality of Santiago's struggle against the marlin, which conveys both the harshness and beauty of nature. 10

11. Graphological level The Old Man and the Sea is a prose. 11

12. Agenda Introduction Building confidence Engaging the audience Visual aids Final tips & takeaways 12

13. THE POWER OF COMMUNICATION

14. OVERCOMING NERVOUSNESS Confidence-building strategies

15. OVERCOMING NERVOUSNESS Techniques for connecting Make eye contact with your audience to create a sense of intimacy and involvement Weave relatable stories into your presentation using narratives that make your message memorable and impactful Encourage questions and provide thoughtful responses to enhance audience participation Use live polls or surveys to gather audience opinions, promoting engagement 15

16. OVERCOMING NERVOUSNESS Confidence-building strategies

17. NAVIGATING Q&A SESSIONS Voice modulation This is a powerful tool in public speaking. It involves varying pitch, tone, and volume to convey emotion, emphasize points, and maintain interest. Pitch variation Tone inflection Volume control Body language Effective body language enhances your message, making it more impactful and memorable. Meaningful eye contact Purposeful gestures Maintain good posture Control your expressions 17

18. EFFECTIVE DELIVERY TECHNIQUES Preparing for questions Know your material in advance Anticipate common questions Rehearse your responses Maintaining composure Maintaining composure during the Q&A session is essential for projecting confidence and authority. Consider the following tips for staying composed: Stay calm Actively listen Pause and reflect Maintain eye contact 18

19. Speaking impact Your ability to communicate effectively will leave a lasting impact on your audience Effectively communicating involves not only delivering a message but also resonating with the experiences, values, and emotions of those listening  19

20. DYNAMIC DELIVERY Learn to infuse energy into your delivery to leave a lasting impression One of the goals of effective communication is to motivate your audience METRIC MEASUREMENT TARGET ACTUAL Audience attendance # of attendees 150 120 Engagement duration Minutes 60 75 Q&A interaction # of questions 10 15 Positive feedback Percentage (%) 90 95 Rate of information retention Percentage (%) 80 85 20

21. DYNAMIC DELIVERY 21 IMPACT FACTOR MEASUREMENT TARGET ACHIEVED Audience interaction Percentage (%) 85 88 Knowledge retention Percentage (%) 75 80 Post-presentation surveys Average rating 4.2 4.5 Referral rate Percentage (%) 10 12 Collaboration opportunities # of opportunities 8 10

22. Final tips & takeaways Continue improving Seek feedback Reflect on performance Explore new techniques Set personal goals Iterate and adapt PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT Consistent rehearsal Strengthen your familiarity Refine delivery style Pacing, tone, and emphasis Timing and transitions Aim for seamless, professional delivery Practice audience 22

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