Talents and Admirers

Style and Technique

In the play «Talents and Admirers», Alexander Ostrovsky employs a realistic style that allows for a deep and truthful portrayal of characters and social issues. The language of the work is rich with lively dialogues that convey the speech characteristics of different social strata. Literary devices include the use of irony, satire, and contrast, which help highlight the differences between the inner world of the characters and their external circumstances. 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 skillfully uses stage directions to create atmosphere and provide a deeper understanding of the characters' actions and motives.