Communicative Pragmatics in the Poetic Theory of Hazem Al-Qartajani

Abstract

This current research explores a contemporary linguistic theory, namely the Communicative Transactional Linguistic Theory. This theory transcends traditional linguistic concepts, shifting from the study of language as an independent system to examining it as a system for effective communication, encompassing the analysis of speech acts, persuasive forms, conditions for persuasive discourse, and the interplay between linguistic and non-linguistic signs. The study applies this theory to Hazem Al-Qartajanni's poetic theory. The research begins by introducing the Communicative Transactional Linguistic Theory and Al-Qartajanni's poetic theory, followed by an investigation of discourse strategies employed in Al-Qartajanni's poetic theory, including the argumentative nature of discourse, persuasive power, and the potential for practical application. Additionally, the impact of communicative transactionality on Al-Qartajanni's poetic theory is examined, focusing on speech components, contextual frameworks, and the relationship between linguistic and non-linguistic signs as means of effective communication. The key findings of this study include Al-Qartajanni's reliance on mechanisms of argumentation to persuade readers of his ideas and presented issues, the consistency of his discourse with the recipient's cognitive and social aspects, his discussion of sensory and rational elements in poetry and their correlation, and the utilization of contextual and perceptual contexts in addressing the speaker and the audience. Furthermore, Al-Qartajanni effectively employs linguistic and non-linguistic signs to present and interpret issues, such as signs of similarity, dissimilarity, and contrast.