Authorial intent refers to the purpose and meaning that an author wishes to convey through their work. It encompasses the ideas, themes, motivations, and messages that the author had in mind when creating a piece of literature, art, or other forms of expression. Understanding authorial intent can involve examining the historical, cultural, and personal context in which the work was created, as well as the choices made by the author in terms of language, structure, and character development.
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