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Diaspora, Maladjustment, and Hybridity in American and Pakistani Novels: A Comparative Study of Nafisa Haji and Bina Shah Nadia, Bibi; Doering, Ole
Educalitra: English Education, Linguistics, and Literature Journal Vol. 3 No. 2 (2024)
Publisher : English Language Education Study Program, Faculty of Social, Economics, and Humanities, University of Nahdlatul Ulama Purwokerto

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The Pakistani diaspora in the United States confronts a range of challenges arising from the interplay of ethnicity, nationality, and religious identity. Central to these challenges is the task of reconciling deeply held religious beliefs with the prevailing norms and practices of American society. This study investigates the complexities of integrating religious faith into a culturally hybrid identity through the lens of Homi Bhabha’s theory of cultural hybridity. By analysing the novels Writing on the Forehead by Nafisa Haji and Where to Dream in a Blue Moon by Bina Shah, this research explores the dynamics of cultural convergence and its implications for diasporic communities. These works offer insights into how Pakistani immigrants navigate the tension between maintaining religious fidelity and adapting to new cultural contexts. The study reveals that while the process of hybridization presents significant challenges, it also offers opportunities for enriching religious experiences and fostering intercultural dialogue. The findings underscore the importance of understanding the nuanced interplay between traditional religious practices and the evolving cultural landscape of the diaspora. This research contributes to broader discussions on multiculturalism, religious pluralism, and social cohesion, highlighting the role of literature in depicting and addressing these complex issues. Future studies should further explore how hybrid identities develop over time and the impact of generational shifts within diasporic communities on religious and cultural integration.
Barriers of Implicative Language Between Laymen, Children, and Sophisticated Men Nadia, Bibi
Educalitra: English Education, Linguistics, and Literature Journal Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025)
Publisher : English Language Education Study Program, Faculty of Social, Economics, and Humanities, University of Nahdlatul Ulama Purwokerto

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This research examines the challenges encountered by rustic individuals in comprehending implicative language. Rustic individuals, characterized by their low levels of education and exposure to sophisticated linguistic nuances, face significant barriers when confronted with implicit communication. Residing in uncomplicated, culturally straightforward environments, these individuals are often unable to grasp the implicit meanings embedded within language, particularly in conversational contexts, which delves into the impediments posed by implicative language for individuals categorized as the "common man and also young children typically characterized by low levels of education and literacy. These individuals reside in uncomplicated, culturally straightforward societies where language usage tends to be explicit and devoid of sophistication. The study explores the challenges faced by individuals who lack awareness of the nuanced rules and philosophical underpinnings of language, particularly regarding the implicit nuances inherent in conversational quotations. Despite extensive research on language learning and the development of new linguistic theories, the obstacles associated with implicit discourse have received limited attention. This study emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing these barriers to effective communication between individuals from less educated backgrounds and those proficient in sophisticated language usage. The increasing complexity of language expression, driven by modern education and the proliferation of new terminologies, exacerbates this issue, marginalizing those who lack literary and sophisticated language comprehension. The term "sophisticated" refers to individuals possessing high intelligence, extensive worldly experience, and comprehensive knowledge of language nuances, who frequently employ implicative language. Such individuals are adept at navigating the intricacies of language rules, further complicating communication between individuals from diverse linguistic backgrounds.
Co-Authors Doering, Ole