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October 1, 2025Quaestio RossicaOpen Access

The Trickster Phenomenon in the American Initiation Novel

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The trickster phenomenon reveals key cultural codes during initiation in American novels, shedding light on the character's journey.
Important themes include violence and trauma that challenge conventional meanings in the initiation process.
The transition into the neophyte stage highlights the need for transformation and the significance of liminality in narratives.
Methodologically, this research integrates fictional, philosophical, and cultural discourses to analyze the initiation novel.

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This article uncovers the trickster phenomenon's role in initiation novels, revealing cultural codes and liminality's impact on characters.

Nadezhda Sergeevna Shalimova (2025) studied this question.

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This article uncovers the trickster phenomenon's role in initiation novels, revealing cultural codes and liminality's impact on characters.