"I do not ask God for happiness": a philological analysis of M. Yu. Lermontov’s poem "Valerik"
https://doi.org/10.30515/0131-6141-2021-82-6-44-54
Abstract
Abstract. The article presents an analysis of the poem "Valerik" written by M. Yu. Lermontov. The methods of commenting, rhythmosemantic analysis, close (slow) reading, intertextual analysis are employed. The study describes the genre, composition, and the stylistics of the text. The idea about the predominance of expressiveness over figurativeness in the poem is developed. The author draws parallels between Lermontov’s artistic method and expressionism. It is noted that the poem is devoted to a dialogue with God who is viewed as the addressee of the message.
About the Author
B. G. Bobylev
Holy Spirit Monastery, the Livensk Diocese, Orel metropolis
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Boris G. Bobylev, Dr. of Sci. (Ped.), Cand. of Sci. (Philol.), Hierodeacon Nathanae
Novosil
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Bobylev B.G. "I do not ask God for happiness": a philological analysis of M. Yu. Lermontov’s poem "Valerik". Russian language at school. 2021;82(6):44-54. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.30515/0131-6141-2021-82-6-44-54
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