Abstract
The paper aims to identify specificity of the gothic demon’s image representation in V. Orlov’s novel. Scientific originality of the study lies in the fact that the demon’s image in “Danilov, the Violist” is for the first time analysed in the context of the gothic tradition. The conclusions are justified that referring to “classical” demonic images (M. Bulgakov, J. W. Goethe, O. Wilde, R. L. Stevenson), the writer reinterprets the image of a “contract demon”: called to commit evil, endowed with infernal power, possessing supernatural abilities, he does not apply them in the human world; upon concluding a deal with dark forces, he did not lose his soul, he gained it, which finally leads to transformation of a demon into a human.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
