On the Sunny Side of the Street

Style and Technique

Dina Rubina's novel «On the Sunny Side of the Street» is distinguished by its vivid and expressive style, combining elements of realism and lyricism. The author employs a rich and figurative language, filled with metaphors and epithets, allowing for a deeper immersion into the narrative's atmosphere. Special attention is given to details, which help create picturesque scenes of the unfolding events. Literary techniques such as retrospective inserts and internal monologues reveal the inner world of the characters and their emotional experiences. The story's structure is designed so that the reader gradually becomes acquainted with the characters' fates, their past and present, creating an effect of depth and complexity. Rubina skillfully intertwines the personal stories of the characters with historical events, adding significance and drama to the narrative.