Linguocultural Type "Trickster" As a of the Study of the Phenomenon of Linguistic Personality

Abstract

The study of the distinctive characteristics of the linguistic-psychological type and the linguistic-cultural type of trickster seems to be of certain importance within the paradigm of studying the phenomenon of linguistic personality. The most famous representatives of this type from world fiction, as well as the speech peculiarities of the certain known persons, were analyzed. The difference between the interpretations of the archetype "trickster" from the point of view of not only domestic, but also foreign researchers, has been laid an emphasis on. The authors conclude that the linguistic and cultural type of "trickster" is universal and can be traced in different cultures. Typical for him are such traits as the ability to self-government, but not self-discipline; lack of strong human attachment, lack of a clear hierarchy of values, flexible thinking and quick adaptability in behavior. The propensity for acting and theatricality is highlighted as one of the key features. In conclusion, the authors point out the high frequency in the use of this type in domestic and foreign fiction and cinema.