Kosenko O. The transformation of traditional images in L.Andreyev's works

The object of the investigation are invariants and variants of traditional images in prose, drama works, publicistics by L.Andreyev. The aim of the investigation is the analysis of the most important determinants, forms, specifics and regularity of transformation of traditional images in L.Andreyev's works. Methods: the comparative-typological method with elements of mythopoetical and intertextual analysis, with using of ways of the historically-functional, formally-functional (systematic), biographical methods. The practical meaning of the results obtained is determined by the ability of using the material of the dissertation for further learning works by L.Andreyev, development of theory of traditional plots and images, and also in learning Russian literature of the late 19th - early 20th centuries, special courses and seminars, for writing school appliances, for varying thematics of magister, diploma and course works, during optional lessons in colleges, liceums and special schools.