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T asked this question about Bridget Jones’s Diary (Bridget Jones, #1):
Can someone please explain why doesn't she use pronouns? Is this common anywhere, or in any situation? <i>"...Wish was Dead. Am never, going to drink again for the rest of life... Could really fancy some chips..."</i> (around 22% in) *English is not my first language
Kelly It's a personal diary. No pronouns necessary. Some people use pronouns when they write in a diary; others don't. The author chose not to for Bridget.…moreIt's a personal diary. No pronouns necessary. Some people use pronouns when they write in a diary; others don't. The author chose not to for Bridget.(less)
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