La configuración verbal del punto de vista del autor a través de las formas de reproducción directa del discurso [Articol]

Abstract

In this article, we aim to provide an overview of the findings of several studies addressing the verbal dimension of the author’s point of view as reflected in forms of direct discourse representation. The analysis has led us to conclude that both the democratic nature and the alleged objectivity of direct speech and dialogue may be called into question due to the presence of multiple subjects of enunciation, which give rise to diverse, and even conflicting, interpretations. Depending on their narrative intentions, authors may resort to both mediated and direct forms of discourse representation; however, despite the differences in the communicative, grammatical, lexical, and stylistic features of direct, indirect, and free indirect speech, their effectiveness ultimately depends on the author’s competence.