How It Is

Style and Technique

Samuel Beckett's novel «How It Is» is a complex and experimental work distinguished by its unique style and technique. The structure of the work is fragmented and nonlinear, characteristic of Beckett's later writing. The language of the book is minimalist and concise, with an emphasis on repetition and rhythm, creating a sense of monotony and infinity. Beckett uses stream of consciousness to convey the internal experiences and thoughts of the character, making the text challenging to grasp yet deeply immersive in the hero's world. Literary devices include fragmented narration, the absence of a traditional plot and dialogues, highlighting absurdity and existential emptiness. The author also actively uses metaphors and symbolism to express themes of isolation, suffering, and the search for meaning. Overall, Beckett's style in this work can be described as radically experimental, making him one of the key figures in modernism and postmodernism in literature.