First Love

Style and Technique

«First Love» by Ivan Turgenev is written in the genre of a novella. This work is distinguished by its lyrical narrative and detailed psychological analysis of the characters, which Turgenev masterfully executes through a detailed study of the feelings and inner experiences of the main characters, especially Vladimir Petrovich, through whose perception the main part of the plot is presented. The author uses a retrospective storytelling structure, where the adult Vladimir recalls the events of his youth. Literary devices such as imagery, symbolism, and metaphors enrich the text, giving it special emotional depth and complexity. The style of the work is characterized by elegance and precision of expression, which is a hallmark of Turgenev's writing. The author's perspective on first love is shown in such a way that the reader can feel all the deep emotions, experiences, and disappointments that the protagonist undergoes. The narrative is conducted in the first person, creating a sense of direct involvement and immersion in the story.