The Mistress of the Copper Mountain

Style and Technique

In «The Mistress of the Copper Mountain», Pavel Petrovich Bazhov employs a style that combines elements of oral folk art and literary fairy tales. The language of the work is rich with dialects and archaisms, which lend authenticity to the text and immerse the reader in the atmosphere of Ural legends. Bazhov masterfully uses metaphors and symbolism to convey the mystical nature of the mountains and their inhabitants. The structure of the story is based on folk tales, featuring elements of magic and fantasy intertwined with the real life and everyday experiences of Ural workers. Literary devices such as personification and hyperbole help create vivid images and emphasize the significance of events. The story has a clear composition with an introduction, development, climax, and resolution, making it engaging and dynamic.