Hadji Murat

Style and Technique

In the novel «Hadji Murat», Leo Tolstoy employs a simple and precise language that helps create a realistic depiction of events and characters. The author uses detailed descriptions of nature and surroundings, allowing readers to better understand the context and atmosphere of the Caucasus at that time. Tolstoy also uses direct speech to showcase the characters' personalities and social status. Literary techniques include the use of contrast between characters, such as between Hadji Murat and the Russian officers, as well as between Hadji Murat and Shamil, emphasizing the complexity of moral and ethical dilemmas. The narrative structure is nonlinear: it begins with the description of Hadji Murat's death, then recounts his life and conflicts, creating tension and interest in his character and fate.