Shavrygin Sergey Mikhajlovich – professor, doctor of philology, Non-governmental educational private institution of higher education “Moscow University “Synergy”; ORCID: 0000-0002-0182-1658
The article examines the problem of the referential relations of a literary text to the objects of reality. The main focus is on the relationship between reference and intention in artistic discourse. The specifics of the reference characteristics and functions of plot descriptors in the works of Saltykov-Shchedrin are analyzed. The research methodology is based on cognitive hermeneutical analysis, which allows us to identify the dynamic sub-components of the plot grid and their relationship with real life. Special attention is paid to the concept of “cognitive scene” and its role in the formation of the fabula-plot contour of works, the main cognitive schemes and frames that form plot situations and events are revealed, which are then interpreted within the framework of the new poetics of Saltykov-Shchedrin. The article examines how, based on artistic observations and analysis of real-life situations, Saltykov-Shchedrin creates a new model for describing society. The text of the article analyzes specific works of the writer, such as the cycle of short stories “Pompadury i pompadurshi” and the story “Organchik”. The author examines the main frames and subframes that form the cognitive-plot matrix of these works. In the cycle of short stories “Pompadury i pompadurshi”, he represents stereotypical situations characteristic of his poetics. These stable mental schemas form structures that convey knowledge about recurring circumstances. Using the example of the story “Organchik”, the referential status of situations related to the arrival of the new governor and his interaction with the townsfolk is analyzed. The article emphasizes that the expectations of the stupid about the new cultural hero turn into disappointment, as the new mayor turns out to be empty and ineffective. In addition, the text discusses the concept of a “plot matrix” and its role in interpreting the works of Saltykov-Shchedrin. The author shows how plot scenes and cognitive contexts form a semantic relationship between the fabula and the plot. As a result of the analysis, it is revealed that Saltykov-Shchedrin uses a diverse system of cognitive scenes and scenarios to form a unique cognitive plot matrix reflecting his vision of society and power. In conclusion, it is argued that the world of Glupov is a disintegrated space, devoid of a center and a semantic core, which reflects the tragedy of reality described by Saltykov-Shchedrin.
reference; intention; cognitive scenario; plot; plot matrix; story; Saltykov-Shchedrin