Analysing the Deconstruction of Stereotypical Gender Roles in Memon’s “A Shift in Space”: A Transitivity Study

Abstract

This study examines the deconstruction of traditional gender roles in Amina Memon’s short story “A Shift in Space.” The research adopted a qualitative approach, utilising the analytical framework outlined in David Butt’s book, Using Functional Grammar: An Explorer's Guide, Third Edition. A transitivity analysis of the narrative was conducted to identify the predominant processes within the story and to explore how these processes portray women in a manner that contrasts with societal norms, particularly in contexts where women often perceive their lives as irrevocably altered following incidents of rape or harassment.