What is carnivalization?

Carnivalization refers to a literary, dramatic, or cultural technique that involves the inversion of social norms and values through humor and satire. In this process, hierarchies and power structures are subverted through the temporary suspension of social rules and conventions. The term derives from the carnival tradition, where societal roles and norms are temporarily overturned and celebrated through costumes, parades, and other forms of merry-making. In literature, carnivalization can take the form of parody, irony, or absurdity, and is used to challenge dominant ideologies and power structures in society. This technique has been used by a variety of writers and artists, including William Shakespeare, Miguel de Cervantes, and Mikhail Bakhtin.

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