A SEMANTIC MAPPING APPROACH TO POETIC TEXTS

Basil F. Ovu

Abstract


Semantic mapping has been recorded to be an effective strategy for text analysis, reading and vocabulary development. Its eclectic nature has resulted in its use in  virtually every domain of human endeavour including data management and organisation. However, it is surprising that semantic mapping has not been given its rightful position in the analysis of poetic texst. The present study is, therefore, a modest attempt to apply semantic mapping strategy in the analysis of poetic discourse. Accordingly, two poems were used for this purpose and it was found  that semantic mapping can help the text analyst to see how words and issues discussed in a poetic text are connected.


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Semantic mapping, textual analysis, poetry

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