FRAGMENTATION AND IDENTITY CONSTRUCTION IN DIASPORIC LITERATURE: A CULTURAL STUDIES ANALYSIS
Keywords:
Diasporic Literature, Identity Fragmentation, Cultural Hybridity ,Identity Construction, Cultural Studies
Abstract
This study aims to analyze the fragmentation and construction of identity in diasporic literature using a cultural studies perspective. This research employs a qualitative approach with a descriptive-interpretative design. The data consist of diasporic literary texts, particularly contemporary novels that represent migration experiences, cultural hybridity, and identity negotiation. Data were collected through close reading and document analysis, while thematic analysis was used to identify patterns of identity representation. The findings reveal that identity in diasporic literature is dynamic, fragmented, and continuously reconstructed. Key findings include the emergence of cultural hybridity, experiences of displacement, the role of cultural symbols, and the influence of globalization in shaping identity. Furthermore, identity fragmentation is not only associated with crisis but also provides opportunities for the emergence of new identities. This study concludes that identity in diasporic literature is the result of complex negotiations between local and global cultures, contributing to the development of literary criticism and cultural studies
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2026-06-16
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