THE DEVELOPMENT OF ENGLISH HISTORICAL NOVEL
Abstract
The relevance of the presented study is determined by its focus on the changes undergone by English historical novels. The problem addressed in the article concerns the interrelation between historical novels and time, history, as well as strategies for maintaining the relevance of texts. The research aims to explore the evolution of the historical novel, its ability to capture historical processes, and to sustain relevance and significance in contemporary literature. The research methodology is based on the analysis of views by key foreign researchers on the historical novel, including the concepts of historiographical metafiction, self-reflection, and «neo-historical» prose. The article examines various approaches to creating and interpreting historical plots, as well as the role of the literary process in maintaining the relevance of historical fiction. Hence, the article concludes that historical novels are an important and versatile genre capable of reinterpreting the past through contemporary literary prisms. They not only maintain their relevance through careful selection of details and connection to the present, but also continue to evolve, introducing new approaches and elements in interpreting historical events. The aspects discussed in the article successfully demonstrate the complexity and multifaceted nature of the historical novel, as well as its ability to reflect the evolution of literary trends and views on history. This study makes a valuable contribution to the analysis of the characteristics of the historical novel in the context of contemporary literary processes and interpretations of historical events.
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