: Ćorović uses a simple, direct style with realistic dialogue and vivid descriptions of the Mostar marketplace.

: A detailed depiction of life in Herzegovina under Austro-Hungarian and Turkish influences. Resources for Further Study

: You can find in-depth guides and character studies on platforms like Scribd .

: The novel serves as a "mirror" to Herzegovinian society at the turn of the 20th century. It critiques a system where social standing is bought, and virtues like compassion are seen as weaknesses. Character Analysis: Stojan Mutikaša