A Mercy

Style and Technique

Toni Morrison's novel «A Mercy» is characterized by a complex narrative structure that includes multiple voices and perspectives. Morrison employs a polyphonic style, allowing each character to express their thoughts and feelings, creating a multi-layered perception of events. The language of the book is rich with metaphors and symbolism, typical of Morrison's style, and helps convey the depth of the characters' emotional experiences. Literary devices such as flashbacks and stream of consciousness are used to reveal the characters' backstories and inner worlds. The narrative structure is nonlinear, allowing the reader to gradually piece together the fragments of the story, forming a complete picture of the characters' lives and destinies. Morrison also pays attention to the historical context, exploring themes of slavery, freedom, and human relationships in colonial America.