Symbolism in N. Minsky's work “Agasphere”: myth, philosophy and literature

The article is dedicated to the analysis of symbolism in Nikolai Minsk's work Agasfer, where mythological, philosophical, and literary aspects intertwine. The key symbols, such as the image of Agasfer, the eternal wanderer, and their significance in the context of 19th-century Russian literature, are examined. Special attention is given to the philosophical and existential themes embodied in the image of the immortal hero. The influence of myths about the eternal wanderer on Minsk’s creative concept and their connec-tion to ideas of the search for the meaning of life and human destiny are explored.