O stylu Powieści wschodnich Ignacego Krasickiego
The Style of the East

Summary/Abstract: The need to determine the canon of always relevant rules of style of a written statement is revealed in almost all Enlightenment texts undertaking theoretic reflections on language. The point of departure are the stylistic suggestions of Ignacy Krasicki, as made in the “Monitor” newspaper. Discussing the essential issue, of language as a reflection of thought, the Prince Bishop of Warmia does not hesitate to discuss the universal properties of a style characterized as clear, concise and simple. A discerning look at the rules mentioned above allows the author to make an analysis of the manner of linguistic formation of the Powieści wschodnie. Of special interest are those properties of style which enable a clear and natural manner of literary representation, as well as those that intensify the imagery of language, and the devices responsible for the persuasive function. Beside a characterization of important stylistic and linguistic devices, there is also a reflection on gentle irony and perverse wit used by the author of the oriental stories.

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