LYRICS OF CYNICAL REASON: THE TRICKSTER AS A LYRICAL SUBJECT

The article discusses manifestations of the trickster's subjectivity in the works of contemporary Russian poets. While linking the trickster's position in culture with Peter Sloterdijk's discussion on cynicism/kynicism, the article suggests a typology of contemporary lyrical subjects developing different aspects of the trickster tradition, such as the imposter (illustrated by Prigov's poetry), skomorokh (reinvented by Shish Brianskii), the people's poet (as in Vsevolod Emelin's poetry), and a reflexive kynic (exemplified by Andrei Rodionov). In conclusion, the cultural function of contemporary Russian trickster like lyrical poetry is discussed through the lens of practical tactics.& COPY; 2023 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.

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This article discusses the manifestations of the trickster's subjectivity in contemporary Russian poets' works. Drawing connections between the trickster's position in culture and Peter Sloterdijk's discussion on cynicism/kynicism, the article proposes a typology of contemporary lyrical subjects that embody different aspects of the trickster tradition. The article explores the imposter (illustrated by Prigov's poetry), skomorokh (reinvented by Shish Brianskii), the people's poet (as seen in Vsevolod Emelin's poetry), and a reflexive kynic (exemplified by Andrei Rodionov). Finally, the article examines the cultural function of contemporary Russian trickster-like lyrical poetry through practical tactics.