The story is built on a "cognitive error". Throughout the text, the narrator describes Nika’s habits: she doesn't use the lift, she doesn't read books, and she is indifferent to the feelings of others. While these are natural behaviors for an animal, Pelevin uses "humanizing" language to deceive the reader.
Pelevin heavily relies on "intertextuality"—referencing other famous works—to build his illusion. nika pelevin skachat fb2
Below is a paper analyzing the story's themes, literary techniques, and its significance in postmodern literature. The story is built on a "cognitive error"
I. Introduction