The Andalusian Narrative Semiotic - Ibn Barad's Article (About Preference for Roses Over Other Flowers) as an Example

Abstract

This research studies one of the distinct Andalusian literature letters, which leads that type of argumentative and superlative letters specializing in flowers, which carry semantic symbols. It calls for the semiotic narration to appreciate the striking signs in its depth, and revealing its context of time and place. This letter was not specialized in a specific scientific study, but was mentioned and talked about casually in a number of books that study letters of Andalusian literature. This study came to reveal the superficiality of the narration of this letter. Then it dives deep to reach the end result that answers the reader's questions about the symbolism of flowers, and the reason behind composing the letter.