Constructive Theory of Textdealism and its Application to Concrete Poetry

Abstract

This paper explores the dimensions of textdealism theory creation through the basic aspects of theory development, a framework, and the application of theory in literary works. The research is based on Tri-V (verbal-vocal-visual) concrete poetry pioneered by Abdul Ghafar Ibrahim (AGI). This study applies qualitative method based on content analysis techniques. This approach was chosen due to its compatibility with the data collection and analysis techniques based on the text being studied. According to the findings, the textdealism theory is effective in identifying excellent poetry and poets. It was found out that this theoretical principle parallels with the horizon of AGI's poetry, which attempts to break out of the shackles of conventional and create newinnovation to add much beauty to the literary world of the homeland. It is hoped that this paper can be a reference for other researchers, critics and literary studies majors who wish to utilize the theory along with renewal and innovationin the creationof poetry.