The Evolution of Narrative Structures in Postmodern Literature: A Comparative Study of Eastern and Western Perspectives

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the evolution of narrative structure in postmodern literature through a comparison of Eastern and Western perspectives. With a qualitative approach that focuses on literature study and literature research, this article examines the differences and similarities contained in the narrative structure of postmodern literature of the two cultures. Postmodern literature, which is often characterized by fragmentation, non-linearity, and deconstruction of meaning, exhibits unique developments in two different cultural contexts. Western perspectives tend to emphasize individuality and skepticism over metana, while Eastern perspectives often retain strong spiritual elements and community togetherness despite adopting postmodern forms and themes. The study also explores how each literary tradition adapts to non-conventional narrative structures and combines local elements with the global concepts inherent in postmodern literature. The results of this study show that despite fundamental differences, both East and West influence each other in the application of complex and experimental narrative structures. This article is expected to provide an in-depth understanding of the dynamics of cultural interaction in the development of postmodern literature and open up new insights in comparative literature research. These findings are relevant in the context of literary globalization and demonstrate the importance of understanding the diversity of narrative approaches in contemporary literary studies.