Sociology of Literature Analysis of Lail’s Character Development in Tere Liye’s Novel Hujan

  • Raka Febiansyah Putra Universitas Muhammadiyah Sukabumi, Indonesia
  • David Setiadi Universitas Muhammadiyah Sukabumi, Indonesia
  • Fauziah Suparman Universitas Muhammadiyah Sukabumi, Indonesia
DOI: https://doi.org/10.20884/1.jpbsi.2026.7.1.19429

Abstract

Character development in a novel can basically occur due to environmental factors or social dynamics experienced by the character. The main objective of this study is to explain the development of characters who are affected by their environment and social factors. This research was conducted using qualitative methods, which describe the character development of Lail in the novel Hujan by Tere Liye. The results of this study explain the intrinsic elements of Tere Liye's novel Hujan in the form of plot, characterization, and setting. It also explains three clarifications of literary sociology, namely the social function of the author, literature as a reflection of the times, and the social function of literature. The character development that occurs in a literary work is influenced by the dynamics experienced by the characters. Other roles, such as supporting characters, also contribute to this development. The author also plays a role as the developer of the story.

Published
2026-04-24
How to Cite
PUTRA, Raka Febiansyah; SETIADI, David; SUPARMAN, Fauziah. Sociology of Literature Analysis of Lail’s Character Development in Tere Liye’s Novel Hujan. Prawara: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa dan Sastra Indonesia, [S.l.], v. 7, n. 1, p. 21-32, apr. 2026. ISSN 2746-7139. Available at: <https://jos.unsoed.ac.id/index.php/jpbsi/article/view/19429>. Date accessed: 24 apr. 2026. doi: https://doi.org/10.20884/1.jpbsi.2026.7.1.19429.
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Vol 7 No 1 (2026): April 2026
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