Guilty Without Fault

Style and Technique

In the play «Guilty Without Fault», Alexander Nikolayevich Ostrovsky employs a realistic style characteristic of his work. The language of the piece is rich with lively dialogues that reflect the social and psychological traits of the characters. Ostrovsky skillfully conveys the speech of various social strata, which helps to deepen the understanding of the characters and their internal conflicts. Literary devices include the use of symbolism and metaphors, which emphasize the main themes of the work, such as guilt, forgiveness, and redemption. The structure of the play is traditional for Ostrovsky's dramaturgy: it consists of four acts, each developing progressively, leading to a climax and resolution of the conflict. The author also uses elements of intrigue and unexpected twists to maintain the audience's attention and highlight the drama of the situation.