XI ICCEES World Congress

The Digital Revolution in 21st Century Russian Literature: The Role of the Blogosphere in the Transformation of Genres and Styles, with a Focus on Latvia

Tue22 Jul09:40am(20 mins)
Where:
Room 17
Presenter:
Jevgenija Safraneka

Authors

Jevgenija Safraneka11 Latvian university humanities and social sciences, Latvia

Discussion

1. Introduction to the Digital Revolution in Literature

In recent decades, digitalization has revolutionized cultural processes, including literature. The blogosphere, in particular, has emerged as a central element of this revolution, blending with traditional literary forms and giving rise to new genres.

This study focuses on the role of the blogosphere as a driving force behind the transformation of literary genres and styles in the digital age.

2. The Influence of Informal Language and Style of Bloggers on Literature

Bloggers often employ language that is conversational, even intimate, which significantly sets their style apart from traditional literary discourse. This style has become one of the defining features of contemporary authorship.

3. The Blogosphere as a Convergence of Traditional Literature and New Genres

Blogs actively incorporate and modify traditional literary forms, such as essays, diary prose, and autobiography, while simultaneously giving rise to new genres shaped by the characteristics of online communication. 

The blogosphere offers writers the opportunity to step outside the boundaries of the conventional literary canon, blending elements from various genres to create a unique form of public self-expression.

4. The Transition from Blogging to Books: Changes in Genre and Style Perception

The transition of bloggers to the literary book space allows us to observe how digital formats influence the structure and genre orientation of their works. 

As bloggers become authors, they often adapt their blog language and style to the book format, resulting in the fusion of literary techniques and genres. This marks a new phenomenon in literature, one that bridges tradition and innovation.

5. The Evolution of Genres in the Blogosphere

The blogosphere is a space where genres undergo hybridization, leading to the emergence of new narrative forms, such as "transmedia" genres, where text intersects with video content, images, or memes. 

This process illustrates how the blogosphere fosters the development of new modes of communication with audiences, which in turn influences the evolution of new genres and literary forms.

6. Conclusion: The Digital Revolution in Literature and Its Future Prospects

The blogosphere, as both a cultural and literary phenomenon, has a significant impact on the development of genres and styles in contemporary literature.

The transformation of genres and styles driven by the blogosphere is an integral part of the ongoing digital revolution and will continue to shape literature in the decades to come.

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