Emotional Narratives Research Articles

Theorizing "Exercise Book" Through the Perspectives of Three Translation Theorists Jakobson, Derrida and Benjamin

A noble translator uncovers a text for the target language readers. An amateur translator, on the other hand, may destroy the prospect, beauty, and liveliness of the text. Therefore, while translating a text, a translator has to turn on his/her utmost possible creative aptitude along with a fanciful imagination of linguistic ability in context. The text “Exercise Book” is a short story, the translation of “Khata”, extracted from the collection of Rabindranath Tagore's short stories titled Rabindranath Tagore: Selected Short Stories, translated by William Radice. This analysis attempts to explore the emotional narrative and discovers if it interprets the subjectivity of Uma’s feelings and thoughts depicted in the short story “Khata” relatively. In addition, this paper is an exertion to understand and scrutinize which category of the translation does this story follow, while translating a text whether it is a sense-for-sense translation or word-for-word translation and whether it is a literary art form or not. For theorizing the translated short story three translation theories by Jakobson, Derrida and Benjamin have been reconnoitered in the paper. Keywords: Translator, creative, sense-for-sense, word-for-word, art, translation

Theorizing "Exercise Book" Through the Perspectives of Three Translation Theorists Jakobson, Derrida and Benjamin

A noble translator uncovers a text for the target language readers. An amateur translator, on the other hand, may destroy the prospect, beauty, and liveliness of the text. Therefore, while translating a text, a translator has to turn on his/her utmost possible creative aptitude along with a fanciful imagination of linguistic ability in context. The text “Exercise Book” is a short story, the translation of “Khata”, extracted from the collection of Rabindranath Tagore's short stories titled Rabindranath Tagore: Selected Short Stories, translated by William Radice. This analysis attempts to explore the emotional narrative and discovers if it interprets the subjectivity of Uma’s feelings and thoughts depicted in the short story “Khata” relatively. In addition, this paper is an exertion to understand and scrutinize which category of the translation does this story follow, while translating a text whether it is a sense-for-sense translation or word-for-word translation and whether it is a literary art form or not. For theorizing the translated short story three translation theories by Jakobson, Derrida and Benjamin have been reconnoitered in the paper. Keywords: Translator, creative, sense-for-sense, word-for-word, art, translation

Tapping on Collective National Trauma

Tapping on Collective National Trauma

Ideology and the contextualization of ancient Chinese judicial opinions

Legal genres are situation-sensitive and one same genre may take different structural and functional patterns according to the historical context within which it is situated. Judicial opinions of ancient China, for example, look like a totally different genre in contrast with the language of modern Chinese judicial documents. It is not uncommon that county magistrates’ (ancient Chinese judges) writing considerably downplays the task of reasoning and argumentation and becomes fully devoted to the provision of emotional narratives regarding defendants’ wrong-doings and to the meta-communication of imperial ideological values to grassroots. This paper looks into why ideology is a key concern of ancient Chinese judicial writing, what concrete ideological values are actually invoked and how they are interactively disseminated. The analytical framework combines the notion of contextualization (Gumperz, 1982), interactive framing (Tannen, 1993), and footing (Goffman, 1981). Through a nuanced interpretation of the relatedness of imperial ideological values and judicial language structures, the authors attempt to reveal how ancient judicial opinions are built as speech activities of performing identities and activities of presenting ideological stances and beliefs.

(Un)expected Emotions and Teamwork: Narratives of Early Childhood Education Practitioners

This study investigates expectations of teamwork and related emotions as described by Finnish early childhood education practitioners. The data, which consist of video-cued interviews with 15 practitioners in early childhood education and care (ECEC), are examined with narrative-discursive analysis. Emotions are approached from a socio-constructivist perspective as narratively constructed. The results are presented as three narratives identified based on teamwork expectations: 1) narrative of inadequacy,2) narrative of injustice,and 3) narrative of support. The narratives describe how time constraints and unexpected changes in teamwork dictated from the top-down produce negative emotional narratives, as well as how the team’s expected support for each other evokes positive emotions and builds communality. The findings show that not only is teamwork an important emotional context in ECEC but also the limited possibilities for influencing teamwork practices evoke negative emotions that can affect the quality of teamwork and well-being at work in ECEC.

Dhaniya's Anger in Premchand's Godan: Emotion System Activation and Affective Marxism

This essay focuses on the anger of Dhaniya, the female protagonist of Premchand's Godan. Rather than approaching it as a specifically feminist anger, it sees it more broadly as the anger of the oppressed, which signals hope that the conditions of oppression will change. Premchand is influenced by Karl Marx, and uses narrative emotion to tell the (Indian) story of labor and capital; this essay puts Panksepp's neurocognitive theory of anger in conversation with Marxist political theory, demonstrating how Marx's thoughts on systemic economic injustices can elucidate the “social context” in which emotion systems (such as RAGE, PLAY, and CARE) are activated.

ANALISIS IKLAN LAYANAN MASYARAKAT BERBASIS DIGITAL DALAM MEMBANGUN PEMAHAMAN MASYARAKAT TENTANG KEJAHATAN HOAKS

This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of digital-based public service advertisements in building public understanding of hoax crimes. Hoax crimes have become an increasingly worrying issue in today's digital era, where false information can quickly spread and affect people's perceptions and actions. Public service advertisements have the potential to become important tools in efforts to combat the spread of hoax crimes by providing accurate and educative information. This study uses a qualitative approach with content analysis methods to explore the meaning and messages contained in public service advertisements related to hoax crimes. Data is collected through searches of public service advertisements on digital platforms, such as social media, government websites and video sharing channels. The selected advertisements are then analyzed to identify communication strategies, core messages, and approaches used to build public understanding of hoax crimes. The results of the analysis show variations in the communication strategies used in public service advertisements. Some advertisements focus on providing factual information about hoax crimes and their negative impacts, while others place more emphasis on using emotional narratives to arouse feelings of concern and the need to be careful in sharing information. The core messages in advertisements tend to highlight the importance of verifying information before trusting and disseminating information, as well as inviting the public to actively participate in fighting hoax crimes. The conclusion of this study is that digital-based public service advertisements can be effective in building public understanding of hoax crimes by providing clear, accurate and relevant information.

'Staying cool, calm and positive': A dialogical narrative analysis of emotional reactions in narratives about operable lung cancer.

Patients with lung cancer suffer from physical, psychosocial and particularly emotional challenges. Twenty-five percent of patients with lung cancer are offered surgery as a potential cure. Nevertheless, 40% of surgically treated patients will experience recurrence. Paradoxically, research shows a dominant narrative of operable lung cancer patients 'being lucky', which silences other narratives about suffering, worries and emotional challenges. To explore narratives about operable lung cancer, particularly emotional reactions to illness and suffering in these narratives. A qualitative design was applied. Six women and four men diagnosed with operable lung cancer were included from one university hospital in Denmark and interviewed 1 month after surgery using active interviews. The interviews were subject to dialogical narrative analysis. The theoretical foundation is social constructivism, with socio-narratological inspiration. A typology of three emotional narratives emerged: 'staying cool', 'staying calm' and 'staying positive'. All three types of narrative are characterised by managing emotional reactions. Staying cool is characterised by not showing emotional reactions; staying calm narratives acknowledge emotional reactions, but that they need to be managed so that they do not burden relatives; and the last, staying positive, is characterised by managing emotional reactions in a positive direction. Together this typology of three emotional narratives revealed that operable lung cancer patients are under normative pressure from these socially preferred narratives of ideal emotional reactions to lung cancer. A typology of three emotional narratives were identified and can be called 'feeling rules' that guide patients after lung cancer surgery to manage their emotions. Consequently, if patients do not live up to these three emotional narratives of staying cool, calm and positive, they may be socially isolated and restricted from access to support.

Psychoanalytic Criticism on song Lyrics Cancer by My Chemical Romance

This research delves into the feelings experienced by the main character in the song "Cancer" by My Chemical Romance. This descriptive qualitative research aims to discover the anxiety and mental condition faced by a patient affected by cancer, as reflected in the song's lyrics, using Sigmund Freud's psychoanalytic theory as an approach. Data were collected by repeatedly listening to the song, understanding, and interpreting the literary work. The song "Cancer" by My Chemical Romance, without an accompanying music video, is the focus of the analysis, relying solely on the lyrics as the source. This approach involves understanding the meaning of the words, examining the emotional context, and exploring potential symbolism within the lyrics. The main goal of this research is to uncover and analyze the anxiety and mental journey of a patient affected by cancer through the lens of Freud's psychoanalytic theory. Through this research, it is hoped that a deeper understanding of the emotional and psychological dynamics faced by the main character in the song "Cancer" will be achieved and how Freud's psychoanalytic theory can assist in analyzing subconscious layers and psychological conflicts that may arise in the context of the song's lyrics. In conclusion, through the psychoanalytic lens, "Cancer" becomes an emotional narrative illustrating the dynamics between personality components in facing feelings of loss and death, creating a profound experience that feels personal and universal.

Imagining emotions in storyworlds: physiological narrated perception and emotional mental imagery.

Research into narrative experiencing acknowledges the role played by mental imagery in readers' emotional responses and feelings of embodiment. In narratives, mental imagery is frequently evoked through narrated perception, or the textual presentation of sensory perception, as in "The silence in the house was complete". Narrated perception spans the five senses - sight, hearing, smell, touch, and taste; however, little attention has been paid to the narrated description of characters' basic physiological processes, that is, those connected to the invisible systems - respiratory, digestive, cardio-vascular, muscular - and their relevance to the mental construction of narrative emotions. This study explores the presentation of fictional characters' physiological processes as a prompt for readers' embodied experience of storyworlds through the metonymic activation of self-relevant emotion schemata. To this purpose, the presentation of characters' internal physiological processes in two fictional samples of similar length - Rosemary Timperley's 1955 ghost story "Harry" and chapter one in Ewan McEwan's 2002 novel Atonement - is analysed. The findings suggests that these descriptions enrich the imagined nature of narrative emotions through underspecification, and increase opportunities for perceived self-relevance and engagement.

Research on the Digital Marketing Strategy of White Rabbit Creamy Candy in the Chinese Market

In the rapidly evolving landscape of modern brand marketing, traditional brands are tasked with the intricate challenge of melding their storied cultural heritage with innovative digital strategies. This research delves into the digital marketing tactics of White Rabbit Creamy Candy, an iconic Chinese snack brand deeply rooted in historical and emotional narratives. The study illuminates the brands distinctiveness in the market by exploring its historical significance, cultural symbols, and emotional resonance. Employing a comprehensive research framework, the investigation uncovers pressing issues such as a constrained digital presence, insufficient engagement on social media, a disconnect with younger generations, the untapped potential of e-commerce, and a lack of collaborative efforts with digital influencers. Notably, consumer stereotypes and the generational divide emerge as salient challenges. In response, a multifaceted approach is recommended, involving the development of a robust digital strategy for heightened online visibility, immersive interactive content, strategic partnerships with digital influencers, rejuvenation of the brand image to resonate with contemporary audiences, alignment with evolving health trends, and strategic positioning against competitive pressures. This study contributes valuable insights into the digital transformation journey of traditional brands and offers pragmatic guidance to enhance digital marketing endeavors in the dynamic modern landscape.

Resisting Trauma: Exploring Queer Emotional Narratives in Madame from the Perspective of Cultural Politics of Emotion in Chinese Context

This paper delves into the documentary Madame, examining the intricate emotional narrative of Qihui Fan within the Chinese cultural framework using Sara Ahmed’s Cultural Politics of Emotion. By analyzing Fan’s experiences, encompassing childhood strife, youth prostitution, and grappling with a sense of nothingness in middle age, the exploration delves into his emotional journey and the construction of his queer identity. Employing Ahmed’s framework, it dissects how emotions, notably pain and pleasure, interplay within Fan’s narrative. Through resisting societal norms and embracing a persona—madame “BILAN DE LINPHEL,” Fan navigates pleasure as a form of rebellion against heteronormativity. However, this pleasure is fleeting, entangled in a cycle of despair, as his narrative oscillates between self-empowerment and trauma-driven despair. The analysis uncovers Fan’s struggle for recognition in a society with limited tolerance for queer identities. It scrutinizes the performance of emotions, the role of pleasure in resistance, and the narrative’s performative nature. Ultimately, this examination unravels the complex interplay of emotions, societal control, and identity struggles within the context of Chinese queer culture, shedding light on the challenges and nuances faced by individuals like Fan.

Toward an Interactive Reading Experience: Deep Learning Insights and Visual Narratives of Engagement and Emotion

Toward an Interactive Reading Experience: Deep Learning Insights and Visual Narratives of Engagement and Emotion

Constructing identity through empathy: A study of emotional narrative in oral history documentaries

Constructing identity through empathy: A study of emotional narrative in oral history documentaries

Stylistics Analysis of Lexical Categories in "Annabel Lee" by Edgar Allan Poe

The present study delves into the stylistic analysis of the poem, Annabel Lee" penned by Edgar Allan Poe. The study is based on the qualitative method, where the textual verses of the poem were examined to identify the peculiar qualities of the poet's style by analyzing his choice of vocabulary related to different lexical categories. The researcher used Leech and Short's (1981) model to do a stylistic analysis of the given poem at the lexical level. The lexical analysis shows the emotional narration of the tragic death of the poet's beloved. This lexical analysis further showed the choice and use of nouns, adjectives, verbs, and adverbs by the poet which supports his emotive attitude. The study provides the researchers with a new insight into analyzing the writer's style by doing a stylistic analysis of any literary work.

“It's Just a Feeling!”: Emotions and Intersectionality in Language Teacher Narratives

AbstractLanguage teacher identities and emotions are deeply sociocultural phenomena. Although intersectionality has asserted itself as a powerful framework in other fields, it is just beginning to emerge in language teacher education. This article argues that intersectionality provides a powerful conceptual lens for analyzing the complex and varied connections between language teacher identity and emotions. It also claims that emotions originate in the spaces between different social factors. Specifically, the article investigates the following questions: How do English‐as a‐second‐language teachers construct their emotions in narratives and what discourses of emotion do they evoke? How are emotions generated within the intersectional spaces of facets of their social identities? To address these, the article focuses on the micro‐level of analysis and the daily emotional experiences of two language teachers. The findings show how the focal participants navigate the complex emotional landscapes of teaching and how these are mediated by the intersections of different social identity markers such as gender, race, non‐native speaking status, and socioeconomic status.

“I Felt Like I Wanted to Hug the Whole World”: Forgiveness as an Embodied Emotional Narrative Process

AbstractEarlier studies have shown that forgiveness is an emotional process. However, it is not very clear how the emotional transition is made from transgression to forgiveness, or how it is embodied. The current research explored how embodiment and emotions are used to make sense of the narrative forgiveness process. Applying McAdams’s life story interview method, 22 Finnish adults were interviewed about their experiences of forgiveness. Their responses were subjected to thematic narrative analysis. The data-driven process revealed two overarching themes: empowerment and pain. Five subthemes were formed: (1) forgiveness as a liberation, (2) forgiveness as a relief from a burden, (3) forgiveness as releasing energy, (4) forgiveness through vulnerability, and (5) forgiveness through hate. The findings indicate that forgiveness is a complex and dimensional process with nuances on emotional, sensory, and embodied levels. In the past, forgiveness and unforgiveness have been constructed as distinct entities, but the current results highlight that they may overlap. Future studies could explore forgiveness and unforgiveness together with various methods to gain deeper understanding of being hurt, releasing the hurt, and living with it.

A COGNITIVE STYLISTIC ANALYSIS OF LEWIS CAPALDI'S SONG “SOMEONE YOU LOVED”

Cognitive stylistics is a branch of linguistics that focuses on the study of how language and literature interact with human cognition and mental processes. This study presents a cognitive stylistic analysis of Lewis Capaldi's song "Someone You Loved." This study aims to explore the cognitive processes and stylistic features employed in the song's lyrics. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method by focusing on, highlighting, and analyzing each lyric in the song. The results of this study show the coherence among figures of speech used in the song. In conclusion, this study contributes to understanding how cognitive processes and stylistic choices intertwine in constructing emotional narratives within song lyrics.

Polarized media coverage of conflicting, yet emblematic species: The ambivalent portrayal of the Asian elephant

Species involved in human-wildlife conflicts are likely to generate polarized framings in the media. Because media contribute to shaping public opinion, an analysis of wild species in the media helps documenting perceptions and attitudes towards wildlife.The case of the Asian elephant is illustrative because of its ambivalent perception, holding strong cultural and symbolic dimensions, but also feared due to increasing damages and casualties. Through this case, we investigate how media portray an endangered species, both feared and revered. We used text mining, social network and lexical analysis to analyze 11,000 news articles dealing with Asian elephants over 13 years. We found a multifaceted image of the species with various framings. Most prevalent topics were local events recounting damages on crops, villagers' and elephants' deaths. Media also covered various topics from international traffic to conflict mitigation and conservation programs. Thematic articles depicted an institutional representation of human-elephant interactions focusing on global trends and management schemes, using a technical and sanitized lexicon. Conversely, event-driven reports were anchored in spatial and temporal lexicon, recounting elephant encounters and their specific behaviors, while quoting inhabitants with a highly emotional narrative. Our study suggests that event-driven articles highlighted the emotional response to damages caused by individual elephants rather than the demonization of the species. We suggest that, in the context of human-wildlife conflicts, fear and trauma should be better acknowledged to help reducing discrepancies found in media narratives before it fosters other sentiments such as anger and frustration that may impede conservation efforts.

From an ‘Imagined Landscape’ to Iconic Destination: Bollywood Film and Its Impact on Tourism

Tourism destinations are a product of the ‘brand personality’ of the space and depend on the cultural influence and collective consciousness. The tourists look for the emotional connection with the destination and re-imagine the self as part of larger community. Thus people’s choice of travelling gets influenced by the representation of the landscape on the screen enveloped in symbolic connotation, narrative emotion and cultural nostalgia. Being one of the biggest film industries all over the world Bollywood, has its own impact over the audience of India and also cater to the global market with specific agenda. The constant construction, reconstruction and representation of space in Bollywood films through its production promote ideology of consumption. With its ever growing market Bollywood film makes an impact over Indian Diaspora. The search for root and identity inspire the NRIs to travel back to the ‘Homeland’. Their journey back to new modern India is a voyage from West to East, Modern to Tradition, ‘Others’ to ‘Self’. Each space on screen put forward interpretations, specific to the character, local and identity. Travelling to a geographical landscape gets attached with the process of self discovery. The onscreen emotion engages in a conversation with the off screen domain as tourist destination. The Bollywood stars become the face of tourism industry. This paper critically examines the impact of film on tourism. How the Bollywood promotes tourism, plays a huge role in constructing the collective identity and influence the economic and social development.