Aspects of duration and identity in J.W.P. Mashike's short stories Pelo Segole

Abstract

The aim of this study is to apply Genette's narratological theory and Ricoeur's views on narrative identity to selected short stories from J.W. Mashike's Pelo Segole. The study comprises four chapters. The problem statement, a1ms as well as method of research are outlined in chapter one. In chapter two, Genette's narratological theory as well as Ricoeur's vtews on narrative identity, which form the basis of this study, are highlighted and discussed. In chapter three, a narratological analysis of the stories 'Di wele Morerwana', 'Pelo Pholwana' and 'Ga di ke di Mutlhwa di le Pedi' focusing on aspects of duration, namely ellipsis, pause, scene and summary, is undertaken. An interpretation of the stories according to Ricoeur's views on narrative identity is also undertaken in this chapter. In chapter four, a summary of the mam findings of this study as well as a conclusion, will be included.