Satan's Diary

Style and Technique

In «Satan's Diary», Leonid Andreyev employs a complex and rich language filled with philosophical reflections and psychological analyses. The style of the work can be characterized as expressionist, with elements of symbolism and modernism. The author actively uses internal monologues and stream of consciousness, allowing a deeper insight into the characters' thoughts and feelings. Literary devices include allegories, metaphors, and symbols that emphasize themes of good and evil, freedom and predestination. The narrative structure is fragmented, reflecting the chaotic and multilayered perception of the world by the main character. Andreyev also uses contrasts and paradoxes to enhance the dramatic effect and create tension.