Style in Fiction 2nd Edition by Geoffrey N. Leech

Style in Fiction: A Linguistic Introduction to English Fictional Prose (2nd Edition)
📖 Authors: Geoffrey N. Leech & Michael H. Short
📚 Series: English Language Series

This book provides a linguistic approach to the study of fiction, analyzing how language shapes meaning, style, and narrative in English literature. It is a key text for students and researchers of literary stylistics, discourse analysis, and narrative theory.

Key Features:

✅ Exploration of Fictional Style – Examines how authors use language to create distinctive narrative voices.
✅ Linguistic Framework – Covers syntax, lexis, discourse structure, and point of view in fictional prose.
✅ Analysis of Classic and Modern Texts – Includes studies on authors like James Joyce, Virginia Woolf, and D.H. Lawrence.
✅ Updated Second Edition – Expands on the original theoretical insights with new examples and discussions.
✅ Practical Application – Useful for students of literature, linguistics, and creative writing.

Who Should Read This Book?

✔ Literature & Linguistics Students – Essential for those studying stylistics, narratology, and literary criticism.
✔ Writers & Editors – Helps fiction writers understand how language choices impact storytelling.
✔ Researchers & Academics – A foundational text for literary and linguistic analysis.