Satan in Goray

Style and Technique

Isaac Bashevis Singer's novel "Satan in Goray" is characterized by a deep immersion in Jewish mysticism and folklore. The author's style is rich in symbolism and allegory, giving the work layers and depth. The language of the book is rich and expressive, using archaisms and idiomatic expressions, creating an authentic atmosphere of a 17th-century Jewish town. Literary techniques include elements of magical realism, where reality intertwines with mystical and supernatural events. The narrative structure is nonlinear, with numerous digressions and inserted episodes that help reveal the inner world of the characters and their spiritual quests. The author masterfully uses dialogues and inner monologues to convey the psychological tension and drama of the events. Descriptions of nature and the environment also play an important role, emphasizing the atmosphere of anxiety and uncertainty.