The legacy of satire of I. Ilf and J. Pietrow in the past and present
Wanda Supa
Abstract
The article discusses the reception of the satirical dilogy of Ilf and Pietrow’s Twelve Chairs and Golden Calf with the consideration of the ideological and cul- tural context of particular periods, as well as carries out (with reference to con- temporary literature) a detailed analysis of the most important aspects of satirical imagery. The analysis includes conditions for the development of satire in the So- viet period, the concept of the characters, the plot, the type of humor, the style and language of dilogy, and its relationship with the literary tradition. According to the author, the reason for the long-term popularity of this literary work lies in its linking of contemporary imagery with timeless universal values. In addition, the article briefly discusses satirical tales and short stories of the literary duo mentioned in the title of the article.
