This is the 17324th most frequent Russian word.
сюжет
Plot or storyline.
Here, 'сюжет' refers to the narrative structure or storyline of the book.
Сюжет этой книги очень увлекательный.
The plot of this book is very fascinating.
In this sentence, 'сюжет' is used to indicate the thematic or conceptual story represented by the painting.
Картина представляет сложный сюжет о любви и предательстве.
The painting depicts a complex theme about love and betrayal.
'сюжет' here means the context or situation around which the problem is framed.