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ABSTRACT
This research delves into the stylistic elements employed by Amma Darko in her novel Faceless to depict the issues of child neglect, child abuse, and poverty in the urban landscape of Accra, Ghana. Employing a qualitative analysis approach through Leech and Shorts model, this study examines Darko's use of lexis, grammar, semantics, and pragmatics to evoke an empathetic response from the reader. Key findings highlight the author's skillful utilization of lexico-semantics, morphosyntactic, and figurative language to highlight the ugliness of child neglect, and child abuse. This analysis underscores the power of literature as a tool for raising awareness and fostering empathy for vulnerable populations. It underscores the urgency of addressing child neglect, abuse, and poverty while encouraging a deeper appreciation for the artistry embedded in Amma Darko's Faceless.
