The Concurrent Play of Language and Narration of Girish Karnad:A Descriptive Stylistic Approach to the Prologue of Yayati

Abstract

The writing and narration of Girish Karnad exhibit a great awareness of Indian cultural tradition that was entwined with modern sensibilities. His contributions to theatre and film have had a lasting influence on Indian art. His literature is firmly entrenched in the Kannada language and culture, despite the fact that it has an international appeal. He drew inspiration from Karnataka's literary traditions and shared them with his domestic and foreign audiences. Karnad expertly used songs, music, and folk elements in his works. His stories frequently offered many interpretations and points of view since they were multifaceted. He urged the audience to exercise critical thinking and interact with the ideas in a more profound way. He frequently used flashbacks and non-linear storylines. Themes of identity, belonging, and the conflict between tradition and modernity were frequently explored in Karnad's narratives. He used evocative words to build vivid pictures and evoke intense emotions. Critics highly remark on his writing style and narrative technique; therefore, the present article analyses Karnad’s language and narrative style, employing a stylistic approach. It strives to determine how the stylistic device Point of View is effectively engaged in the Prologue of Yayati to narrate the story and bring meaning to the context.