THE DUAL WORLD IN V. BRYUSOV’S PROSE

Abstract

The article examines the dual worlds in Bryusov’s fiction, analyzing their aesthetic value and philosophical significance. The research finds that the dual worlds in Bryusov’s works manifest as: the transformation between reality and dreams, the interweaving of reality and myth, and the opposition between the mundane world and marginal spaces. Specifically, the transformation between reality and dreams reveals the absurdity of human existence; the interweaving of reality and myth demonstrates the exploration of alternative possibilities of being; while the opposition between the mundane world and marginal spaces inspires people to seek the life’s meaning and pursue authentic existence. Therefore, the dual worlds serve not merely as an artistic device in Bryusov’s works, but more importantly as a vehicle for the writer’s exploration of the meaning of human existence. The study can further uncover the ideological value embedded in Bryusov’s fiction and enhance the understanding of the writer’s creative intentions.