REPRODUCED FOREIGN LANGUAGE COMMUNICATION AS AN ELEMENT OF REALISTIC DEPICTION OF J. R. R. TOLKIEN’S FANTASTIC WORLD

Abstract

The article is dedicated to the analysis of depicted foreign communication in the novel “The Lord of the Rings” by renowned writer J. R. R. Tolkien. It highlights that character speech is a key element that helps the author to create “lifelike” and compelling characters in Tolkien’s fantasy world. The role of characters’ speech in revealing their personalities, thoughts, emotions, and interactions with the surrounding environment is examined. Special attention is given to the use of Tolkien’s artificially created Elvish language, which adds unique color and depth to the fantasy world. This study reveals that the analyzed linguistic elements contribute to immersing the reader in the characters’ world and aid in understanding their mental characteristics. Tolkien’s Elvish language is one of the most developed constructed languages in the realm of fantasy literature, complete with its own grammar, vocabulary, and script. The semantics of the Elvish language is also intertwined with its cultural and historical context. By meticulously crafting the semantics, Tolkien not only conveys lexical meanings but also provides deeper insights into the Elven world. Overall, the semantic richness of Tolkien’s Elvish language serves as more than just an embellishment in the fantasy novel; it acts as a crucial element that enhances readers’ comprehension and emotional engagement. This scientific article contributes to the study of foreign language communication in literature and sheds light on important aspects of the novel “The Lord of the Rings” from a linguistic analysis perspective. The findings of this research hold significant potential for further scholarly investigations in the fields of philology and literary studies.