Simulacra in Webtoon Virgo and The Sparkling by Anisha Nisfihani

Merawati, Fitri and Iswantari, Sandika Eva (2024) Simulacra in Webtoon Virgo and The Sparkling by Anisha Nisfihani. [Artikel Dosen]

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Abstract

This study aims to identify forms of simulacra, including signs, images, and codes, in the Webtoon Virgo and
The Sparkling by Anisha Nisfihani. The research applies Jean Baudrillard's simulacra theory, which explains
that representations and technological simulations have replaced contemporary reality. This study employs
a descriptive qualitative method with a narrative analysis approach, utilizing data in the form of text and
images from the Webtoon. The analysis reveals 71 forms of simulacra, consisting of 29 signs, such as guitars
and costumes, 28 codes, such as "rental" and "synesthesia," and 14 images, such as the cool blue color or the
smell of burning. Where each element conveys profound meanings that vary according to individual
interpretation. The research demonstrates that Webtoons, as a form of cyber literature, are not merely
entertaining but also encompass diverse meanings that illustrate how digital culture and media technology
shape the understanding of reality. This study is expected to contribute to broadening insights into the
application of simulacra theory in popular literature, particularly in understanding the role of Webtoons as
an innovative platform in contemporary literature.

Item Type:	Artikel Dosen
Keyword:	Imagery, code, qualitative, cyber literature, simulacra, synesthesia, signs, Virgo, and The Sparkling
Subjects:	P Language and Literature > PN Literature (General)
Divisi / Prodi:	Faculty of Teacher Training and Education (Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan) > S1-Indonesian Language and Literature Education (S1-Pendidikan Bahasa dan Sastra Indonesia)
Depositing User:	M.A. Fitri Merawati
Date Deposited:	16 Jan 2025 01:27
Last Modified:	16 Jan 2025 01:27
URI:	http://eprints.uad.ac.id/id/eprint/78459

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