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September 20, 2025Open Access

Deconstructing the motif of werewolfism in the novel by V. Pelevin The Sacred Book of the Werewol

Key Points

The novel's werewolfism motif uniquely blends fantasy and reality, creating an intriguing commentary on human consciousness.
Key aspects include the deconstruction of reality, the exploration of intertextuality, and the significance of cultural critique in postmodernist literature.
The work incorporates elements of Eastern philosophy and Western mysticism, enriching its narrative depth and complexity.
Vulgar language juxtaposed with profound ideas reflects the satirical style characteristic of postmodernism and Russian literary tradition.

Abstract

This article deals with the deconstruction of the motif of werewolfism in Pelevin’s novel “Sacred Book of the Werewolf”. The article analyzes three aspects: 1) Deconstruction of reality in combination with “phantoms” of consciousness; 2) Construction of intertextual space; 3) Significance of postmodernist deconstruction of culture. Conclusions drawn from the analysis — the work contains both vulgar language and profound ideas, combining fantasy and reality, Eastern philosophy and Western mysticism, preserving the Russian literary tradition, and demonstrating the satirical style of postmodernism.

Deconstructing the motif of werewolfism in the novel by V. Pelevin The Sacred Book of the Werewol

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