This research investigates the application and impact of irony within the conversational exchanges of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, analyzing its function as a facilitator of sustainable communication. The study delves into the linguistic and pragmatic aspects of irony, exploring how it shapes interpersonal understanding, reveals character motivations, and critiques societal norms, ultimately contributing to communicative patterns that are both effective and enduring.
Irony in The Dialogues of Pride and Prejudice as A Means of Sustainable Communication
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Irony
Pride and Prejudice
Jane Austen
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