Stylistic Criticism andSamuel Beckett's  Waiting for Godot

By Katie Klassen

Stylistic Criticism

• Pioneered by the Prague and Russian schools

 • Approaches the work from

a stylistic angle • Examines the use of

literary devices, diction, and syntax

 • Can be applied in terms of

literary or social theory

Stylistics in Waiting for Godot

• Imagery • Symbols and Motifs

 • Allusions

 • Charactonym and Irony

 • Diction and Syntax

Imagery

 

Symbols and Motifs

 

Allusions

 

Charactonym and Irony

 

Diction and Syntax

 

Overall Effect

 

Works Cited

 

And Finally...

• Challenging, fulfilling adventure.• Broadened interests in literary genres.• Expanded knowledge of literary devices, interpretations, and

movements.• Understanding of the elements required in various formats

of writing.• Improved skills in numerous areas of media-type projects.• Heightened appreciation of literature.• Otherwise achieved a greater understanding of time-

management and motivation skills necessary in the immediate future.

• Thank you Ms. Whyte, for all you have taught me this year.