Stylistic Analysis of the Short Story “The Kite” By Somerset Maugham

Abstract

The research study conducts a detailed analysis of W. Somerset Maugham's short story "The Kite," examining its stylistic elements. The research study examines how narrative style and linguistic patterns create character development and thematic elements by combining traditional and modern linguistic frameworks, which include Leech and Short (2007), Zeki Hamawand (2023), the H.B. Model (2020), and the Billiard-Ball Model (2004). The research introduces its primary innovation through the development of a hybrid research approach, which combines RapidMiner Studio (Version 10.x) for precise lexical and grammatical analysis with GPT 3.5.9 for research on thematic content and non-linguistic aspects. The results show that Maugham creates a successful narrative through his precise use of formal and descriptive vocabulary, while the kite serves as the main symbol of personal liberation and the battle against family authority. The computational workflow achieved 90% accuracy, demonstrating that AI-driven tools yield greater objectivity and deeper analysis of literary works than conventional manual evaluation techniques.