고골의 물질세계와 「마차」

초록

This study aims to find the meaning of matter(body) put on a body and soul dichotomy and analyze how matter(body) is revealed in literary works by Nikolai Gogol. Furthermore, it is intended to shed light on distinctiveness of physical world meant by Gogol and consider its role in his works. Gogol is one of the representative writers of the Natural School in Russian literature. Gogol paid particular attention to surroundings, nature, and physical world, so matter(body) is manifesting itself free from conventional dichotomy. Even though Carriage is not well-known compared to the other works of Gogol, it shows fully enough the traits of physical world he created. Matter is not just the subject depicted in this work but a living thing that keeps in tune with the protagonist. Among other things, the carriage has a deep impact on the protagonist digging deep into the psyche of him as well as becomes a target of criticism sharing a common destiny with him. Matter in Carriage is not subject to the protagonist. Matter changes depending on situation and perception, influencing the mental process of the protagonist. Thus, matter in Carriage is revealing a unfettered hierarchy of matter and spirit through its relationship with the protagonist.

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