Do Not Shoot the White Swans

Style and Technique

Boris Vasilyev's novel «Do Not Shoot the White Swans» is characterized by deep psychological insight and realism. The author uses simple yet expressive language to convey the inner world and emotions of the characters. Vasilyev skillfully employs dialogues to reveal the characters' personalities and relationships. Descriptions of nature play an important role, not only creating atmosphere but also symbolizing the characters' internal states. The novel's structure is linear, with a clear plot development and gradual build-up of tension. Literary devices such as metaphors, comparisons, and symbols are used to deepen the themes and evoke an emotional response from the reader.