Chevengur

Style and Technique

Andrei Platonov's style in «Chevengur» is characterized by a blend of realism and symbolism. The language of the work is rich with archaisms, dialectisms, and neologisms, giving the text unique expressiveness and depth. Platonov employs complex syntactic structures, metaphors, and allegories to convey philosophical and social ideas. Literary devices include irony, grotesque, and hyperbole, which help reveal the inner world of the characters and the absurdity of their surroundings. The narrative structure is fragmented, with numerous inserted episodes and lyrical digressions, creating a mosaic and multilayered effect.