Genetic Mutation: The Process of Alteration among the Characters in Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children

Abstract

INTRODUCTION

The study aims to acquire rigorous consultation to discuss the different relevant details of the novel and mutation.

METHODS

Through discourse and content analysis, the novel by Ransom Riggs entitled Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children was extracted to reveal the manifestations of mutation. The careful analysis of the plot and other related elements of fiction, and the significant moral and spiritual aspects of the novel supported the concept of mutation.

RESULTS

The incorporation of the subject of mutation in the novel provided support and comprehension to the concept of genetic mutation. The concept helped in molding the plot of the novel, in which all the elements studied were related to mutation. Also, the variation in mutation was abundant. The language used by the author and lines lifted from the novel provided strong support to the concept presented therein. These also showed in-depth essential and moral spiritual values that were secretly hidden from the context of the novel.

DISCUSSIONS

It was evident that literature has a very big role in the society for novels did not only provide entertainment but also lessons that could make people better in terms of physical and moral worth. With the novel, people become more understanding with regard to their own abilities and self-worth.