This research paper examines the use of syntax in Stephen Crane's short story, "The Open Boat." Using a qualitative research approach, this study focuses on the sentence structure, word choice, and language to analyze how syntax contributes to the story's realism and naturalism. The research questions explore syntax's role in conveying themes, the effects of syntax on the reader's interpretation, and how it contributes to the story's realism and naturalism. The outcomes of the study provide a comprehensive analysis of the story's syntax and its contribution to meaning and themes, filling a gap in existing scholarship on naturalism and realism. Ultimately, this research study contributes to the current discourse on Crane's works and the importance of syntax in literature.