Nature as a reflection of the inner world of characters in Bunin’s prose

This research paper examines the artistic role of nature in the works of I. A. Bunin. Attention is paid not only to the traditional function of the landscape as a background for the narrative, but also to its interaction with the inner world of the characters. The methods by which nature in Bunin's prose becomes an expression of emotions, a symbol of fate, and even an independent character are explored. Particular attention is paid to the analysis of specific works ("Antonov Apples", "The Gentleman from San Francisco", "Clean Monday", "Dark Alleys", etc.), as well as to the artistic techniques used by the author to convey psychological states through natural images.