THE THEME OF ESCAPE AND SELF-DISCOVERY IN R. SENCHIN’S “RUSSIAN WINTER”

Abstract

The article examines the theme of escape and its significant role in Roman Senchin’s work Russian Winter. In this context, escape is portrayed not only as a physical withdrawal from external circumstances but also as a profound internal process of reevaluation and self-discovery. Through his characters, Senchin demonstrates how the desire to escape from reality becomes a means of seeking identity and inner peace. Special attention is given to the interplay between escape and the sense of belonging, which emerge as central elements in the lives of the characters. The work delves into the internal conflicts of the protagonists, their attempts to overcome existential crises, and their search for meaning in life. Senchin skillfully depicts the internal struggles and dilemmas faced by the characters, giving the novel a deep philosophical and psychological resonance. Russian Winter serves as an example of how literature can reflect complex questions of identity and the search for life’s direction in the context of a changing social and cultural reality.