TRAUMA, LANGUAGE, AND NARRATIVE EXPERIMENTATION: DECONSTRUCTING ROY'S SYNTAX

Abstract

This article examines the narrative and linguistic experimentation in Arundhati Roy's works, with a particular focus on her unique syntactical structures that challenge conventional narrative forms. The study explores how Roy uses disjointed, non-linear syntax to express fragmented identities and resistance to hegemonic narratives. By deconstructing the syntax in Roy's writing, the article argues that her manipulation of language reflects the complexities of postcolonial identity, cultural hybridity, and political resistance. Through a close reading of her novel The God of Small Things, this article investigates how her syntactical choices not only disrupt narrative flow but also amplify emotional and thematic depth. The research highlights the intersection of language, power, and identity, demonstrating how Roy's innovative use of syntax becomes a tool for exploring the postcolonial condition.