Autumn

Style and Technique

Ali Smith's novel «Autumn» is characterized by an experimental style and a fragmented structure. The author employs stream of consciousness, allowing deeper insight into the characters' thoughts and feelings. The language is rich with metaphors and symbols, lending the text a poetic and layered quality. Smith also actively uses intertextuality, referencing various cultural and literary sources. The novel's nonlinear structure reflects the themes of memory and time explored in the book. Dialogues and internal monologues of the characters intertwine, creating a complex and multifaceted narrative.