DOI: https://doi.org/10.36719/2789-6919/47/26-31
Dilara Aliyeva
Baku Slavic University
PhD in Philology
https://orcid.org/0009-0009-1591-2399
delara@inbox.ru
New Realism in Contemporary Russian Literature:
Searching for New Forms
Abstract
Contemporary Russian literature at the beginning of the century reflects the profound cultural and social changes taking place in society. In this context, it is especially important to rethink the realistic tradition, which, despite its long history, continues to transform and adapt to new conditions. The contemporary literary movement known as "New Realism" constitutes a consolidated cultural and artistic sphere in which a number of current authors actively participate. Among them are Z.Prilepin, R.Senchin, S.Shargunov, D.Gutsko, G. Sadulayev, I.Abuzarov, A.Ganiyeva, V. Pustovaya and others.
On one hand, this trend unites young writers for whom the adjective “new” reflects not only a specific narrative strategy but also functions as a symbolic act of self-representation within the literary discourse. On the other hand, representatives of "New Realism" articulate a critical stance toward postmodernist aesthetics, highlighting the importance of a return to the traditions of classical Russian prose, characterized by psychological anthropocentrism and social engagement.
Despite its relatively brief history — slightly over a decade — "New Realism" possesses a substantial body of artistic prose, essays and critical texts, including manifestos and autobiographical writings. Although public interest in the movement has somewhat waned over the past two years compared to its peak seven to eight years ago, its contribution to the literary process of the early 21st century remains significant and warrants further academic attention.
Keywords: new realism, artistic transformation, truth of life, myth and everyday life, rebellion, confusion, research, analysis