Author(s): Anikó KURUCZ

Title: IMAGINATION AND BIOPOETICS IN THE WRITINGS OF ERVIN LÁZÁR

Source: Sz. Simon, P. Baka, A. Litovkina (eds.): 15th International Conference of J. Selye University. Language and Literacy Sections. Conference Proceedings

ISBN: 978-80-8122-497-3

DOI: https://doi.org/10.36007/4973.2024.153

Publisher: J. Selye University, Komárno, Slovakia

PY, pages: 2024, 153-159

Published on-line: 2024

Language: en

Abstract: This study aims to explore the theoretical potential of the term "biopoetics" by analyzing the novels of the renowned Hungarian writer Ervin Lázár and applying this concept within the context of literary discourse. Ervin Lázár, a highly acclaimed Hungarian author known for his children's books, extended his literary repertoire beyond this genre. His narratives resonate with both young readers and adults. Throughout his career, he authored several novels. In his earlier works, he crafted traditional, realistic novels, but later, he developed a distinct narrative style where the entire natural world, including trees, plants, and objects, takes on a lifelike quality. His imaginative and allegorical stories are infused with elements of both realism and enchantment, and his organic worldbuilding is characterized by a lyrical and rhythmic prose, often referred to as "lyrical prose." This article employs a biopoetical approach to analyze Ervin Lázár's unique "organic-lyrical" prose, highlighting his distinctive poetic style.

Keywords: Ervin Lázár, biopoetics, ethnobiology, lyrical prose

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