Hybrid Identity as a Sign of Social Status in Gadis Pantai Novel by Pramoedya Ananta Toer

Ardiyanto Wibisono, Herman J. Waluyo, Slamet Subiyantoro

Abstract: This research analyzes the postcolonial discourse on hybridity in Pramoedya Ananta Toers novel, Gadis Pantai. The novel tells the life of Gadis Pantai figure who came from a coastal fisherman community married to a priyayi. The purpose of this study was to find the form of hybridity that occurs in the interaction between the Gadis Pantai and the priyayi life. Using postcolonial approach and descriptive analysis method found three aspects of hybridity in the novel 1) style of dress, property and food, 2) language, and 3) attitude and mindset.

Keywords: Postcolonial, Hybridity, Novel, Gadis Pantai

How to Cite?: Ardiyanto Wibisono, Herman J. Waluyo, Slamet Subiyantoro, "Hybrid Identity as a Sign of Social Status in Gadis Pantai Novel by Pramoedya Ananta Toer", Volume 7 Issue 11, November 2018, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1073-1076, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=ART20192913, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/ART20192913