Date of Publication

4-2008

Document Type

Master's Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Arts in Language and Literature Major in Literature

Subject Categories

Arts and Humanities

College

College of Liberal Arts

Department/Unit

Literature

Thesis Adviser

Shirley O. Lua

Defense Panel Chair

Marjorie Evasco-Pernia

Defense Panel Member

David Jonathan Y. Bayot
Ma. Carla Pacis

Abstract/Summary

This study primarily aims to question the concept of the “Filipino-ness of childhood” in Adarna House picture books using Roland Barthes’ theory of semiotics (or mythology). It seeks to demythologize the terms “Filipino-ness” and “childhood,” which may take on the appearance of being “obvious” or “natural,” but which are politically loaded terms. According to Barthes, it is the myth (or mythical speech) which “naturalizes” the ideologies or constructs in society so that they appear as “common sense.” In line with this, this thesis will analyze selected Adarna picture books and demythologize the mythical speeches of patriarchy, capitalism/bourgeoisie, and neo-colonialism perpetuated in them. In particular, this study will analyze children’s picture books for the myths or ideological constructs in the words, illustrations, and book design in support of the construct of the “Filipino-ness” of “childhood.”

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Electronic

Accession Number

CDTG004787

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F Henry Sy Sr. Hall

Physical Description

172 leaves ; 28 cm.

Keywords

Picture books for children—Mythology—Philippines; Semiotics—Philippines

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5-26-2022

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