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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND COMMUNICATION STUDIES (IJELCS )

E-ISSN 2545-5702
P-ISSN 2695-2157
VOL. 9 NO. 3 2024
DOI: 10.56201/ijelcs.v9.no3.2024.pg93.99

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Suspense in a Structuralist Reading of The Da Vinci Code

Baneen Kadr Jasim

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Abstract

In Brown’ novel, the use of suspense creates a sense of conflict and tension that drives the narrative forward. By examining specific scenes and passages, it is possible to see how and uncanny and binary opposition are used to create suspense and contribute to the novel's overall sense of mystery and intrigue. All of these elements work together to create a cohesive narrative that engages the reader and keeps them on edge until the very end. In conclusion, the use of suspenseful elements such as uncanny and binary oppositions creates a sense of tension and intrigue that keeps the reader engaged throughout the narrative. Applying a structuralist approach to analyzing these elements allows for a deeper understanding of how they contribute to the overall suspense of the novel. As I move on to the next section on ambiguity, I will continue to apply structuralist theory to uncover how the novel creates uncertainty and how this uncertainty contributes to its themes and message.

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