The rhetorical device of shifting perspective in the poem "O Patience of Job" by Abdul Razzaq Abdul Wahid: A case study

Abstract

        The rhetorical device of stylistic shift is one of the techniques employed by poets in their verses across various literary periods. Its effectiveness lies in its ability to deviate from conventional patterns by transitioning between different linguistic forms within the text, whether poetry or prose. Poets utilize this technique in their creative works to capture the reader's attention and guide them towards the intended meaning.  The rhetorical impact of this stylistic shift in poetry cannot be overlooked; therefore, this study examines its use in the poetry of Abdul Razzaq Abdul Wahid, highlighting the aesthetic and artistic significance derived from this shift in discourse. This shift contributes to achieving specific objectives, most importantly preventing the text from becoming monotonous and creating a dynamic, unpredictable flow that surprises and engages the reader.