The Last Bow

Style and Technique

In «The Last Bow», Viktor Petrovich Astafyev employs a realistic style that allows for a deep immersion into the world of the protagonist's childhood and youth. The language of the work is rich with details and imagery, creating a vivid and lively picture of rural life. The author skillfully uses dialogues and internal monologues to convey the emotional states of the characters and their inner worlds. Literary devices such as metaphors and comparisons help emphasize the atmosphere and mood of the narrative. The structure of the work consists of individual stories united by the common theme of growing up and reminiscing about the past. Each story stands as an independent narrative, but together they form a complete picture of the protagonist's life, his development, and understanding of life's values. Astafyev pays great attention to descriptions of nature, which not only serve as a backdrop for events but also reflect the inner experiences of the characters.