Representação de leitura na obra Desventuras em Série

Abstract

The general aim of this work is to analyze how the representation of reading permeates the plot of the protagonists of the novel Misadventures in a Series. Specific objectives are to understand how the protagonists interpret and apply different forms of reading in the narrative; to investigate how reading practices influence the evolution of the understanding of the characters Violet, Klaus and Sunny in situations that occur throughout the narrative of the literary series; and to examine how, based on the elements of the work, reading becomes essential for the adaptability of the characters in the circumstances they face. In terms of methodology, the approach used is qualitative, consisting of exploratory research and documentary procedures. The data collection techniques used included reading all thirteen volumes of the Series Unfortunate Events literary series, focusing on two situations in each book, and the Lemony Snicket Wiki fan site was a source consulted to compose the study. The results showed that reading was actively contributing to the characters' resistance in the various contexts established in the narrative. In conclusion, the act of reading stands out as essential for adaptability, because it contributes to overcoming problems. This possibility could be identified from the plot analyzed.