THE ROLE OF PARODY IN POSTMODERN LITERATURE

Parody plays a vital role in postmodern literature, serving as both a tool for critique and a means of creative reinvention. This article examines the multifaceted functions of parody, including its capacity to deconstruct established norms, challenge canonical texts, and critique cultural ideologies. Rooted in a tradition of literary imitation, postmodern parody moves beyond simple satire to blend homage with subversion, often employing intertextuality and playfulness to disrupt readers' expectations. Through examples such as Thomas Pynchon’s The Crying of Lot 49 and Margaret Atwood’s The Penelopiad, the essay highlights how parody destabilizes authority and invites new interpretations of traditional narratives .Key words:vocabulary parody moves, developmental stages,receptive language, canonical texts