Abstract

Abstract

The objective of this research is to describe types of images and their functions in the Glonggong trilogy. The trilogy consists of Glonggong, Arumdalu, and Dasamuka novels. Using a descriptive qualitative method, the data source is the Glonggong trilogy (Glonggong, Arumdalu, and Dasamuka). The research data were obtained from the phrases, clauses, sentences, or utterances in the trilogy. The data collection techniques used the observation and note-taking technique. The data analysis used an equivalent method and its basic technique is the determining element sorting technique (PUP). The sorting power in this method used a referential sorting power. Language references are designated by objects, goods, objects, actions, events, actions occurring in nature, quality, state, degree, number, and so on beyond the language, or independent things beyond the language. The results indicate that the images in the trilogy include (i) visual images, (ii) olfactory images, (iii) motion images, (iv) eroticism images, and (v) tactile images. The given functions of each image are (i) to provide a clear picture, (ii) to create a special atmosphere, (iii) to make (more) vivid images in the mind and senses, and (iv) to attract attention.

Keywords: Figurative Language; Images; Stylistics; Novel