A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court

Style and Technique

«A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court» by Mark Twain is written in the genre of satirical fiction, combining elements of historical and adventure novels. The author uses the device of time travel to explore the ironic clash between the industrial society of the 19th century and the medieval world. The language of the work is infused with irony and sarcasm, allowing Twain to critique the shortcomings of his own society through the mirror of the past. Twain's first-person narrator makes the narrative more vivid and allows the reader to delve deeper into the protagonist's reflections. The author's use of contemporary scientific and technical knowledge creates comedic and absurd situations in the medieval context. The story's structure is linear and marked by episodic adventures, which helps maintain interest and tension throughout the work.