Old Woman Izergil

Style and Technique

«Old Woman Izergil» is a story by Maxim Gorky, representing a work in the genre of social-psychological prose. It includes characteristic techniques of the author: detailed descriptions of nature that influence the mood and narrative, the use of folklore elements and oral traditions, which lend the text a special authenticity. The story is organized through a frame structure, where the main narrative is conducted from Izergil's perspective, adding depth and complexity to the psychological portrait of the characters. The language of the work is rich with vivid imagery and metaphors, enhancing the impression of the reading experience.