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Types of Literary Discourse Explained

Discourse refers to written or spoken communication, which can be formal or casual, and plays a vital role in conveying information, persuading, or entertaining. There are various types of discourse, including narrative, descriptive, expository, and argumentative, with academic and literary discourse being specific forms used in scholarly and literary contexts, respectively. Each type serves distinct purposes and follows structured formats to effectively communicate ideas.

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Types of Literary Discourse Explained

Discourse refers to written or spoken communication, which can be formal or casual, and plays a vital role in conveying information, persuading, or entertaining. There are various types of discourse, including narrative, descriptive, expository, and argumentative, with academic and literary discourse being specific forms used in scholarly and literary contexts, respectively. Each type serves distinct purposes and follows structured formats to effectively communicate ideas.

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DISCOURSE

WHAT IS DISCOURSE ?
-Discourse typically refers to written
or spoken communication.
-can be formal or casual.
-has a huge vital role in
communication.
EXAMPLES OF DISCOURSE:
• Conversation: A discussion between people,
either in person or over a chat platform.

• Speech: A formal presentation of ideas on


a particular subject
WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF
DISCOURSE?
1. To Inform: Discourse often
aims to convey information,
facts, or knowledge.
To Persuade: In persuasive discourse, the
goal is to influence the attitudes, beliefs,
or actions of the audience.
To Entertain: Some discourse is created to
entertain, such as storytelling, comedic
dialogues, or artistic expression.
TYPES OF DISCOURSE
1. Narrative Discourse: This type of
discourse involves telling a story or
recounting events. It has a non linear
and linear structure.
2. Descriptive Discourse: Descriptive
discourse focuses on providing detailed
information about people, places,
objects, or events.
3. Expository Discourse: Expository
discourse aims to explain or inform
the audience about a particular
subject.
4. Argumentative Discourse: The
goal of argumentative discourse is
to persuade the audience to accept
a particular point of view or
argument.
ACADEMIC DISCOURSE
Academic discourse refers to the
formal communication used in
scholarly contexts, such as
universities, research institutions,
and professional fields.
GENERAL FORMAT OF
ACADEMIC DISCOURSE
The general format of academic discourse
typically follows a structured approach,
especially in written works such as research
papers, essays, and journal articles.
The introduction provides background
information on the topic,
The body is the main section of the
paper, where the argument is
developed and evidence is presented.
The conclusion summarizes the main
arguments or findings and reflects on
their broader significance.
LITERARY DISCOURSE
Literary discourse refers to the use
of language in literary texts and
the way language is employed to
create, interpret, and discuss
literature
TYPES OF LITERARY DISCOURSE
Narrative Discourse: This involves
telling a story or recounting
events, often found in novels,
short stories, and plays.
Poetic Discourse: Poetic discourse
uses language creatively to express
emotions, ideas, or experiences.
Dramatic Discourse: Found in plays and
scripts, dramatic discourse involves
dialogue and action between
characters.
Expository Literary Discourse: This type
of discourse involves explaining,
clarifying, or analyzing elements of
literature, often seen in essays, literary
criticism, and academic texts discussing
works of literature.
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