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    Penguin Classics: Diary of a Madman, The Government Inspector, & Selected Stories
    Penguin Classics - 57: How Much Land Does a Man Need?
    The Nose
    The Diary of a Madman and Other Stories
    Jeugdherinneringen
    The Kiss and Other Stories
    • The Kiss and Other Stories

      • 224bladzijden
      • 8 uur lezen

      Ten classic short stories by the master Russian author explore the daily lives of peasants and the interrelationships of men and women.

      The Kiss and Other Stories
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    • Jeugdherinneringen

      • 879bladzijden
      • 31 uur lezen

      Bevat: - Kinderen - Onder de mensen - Mijn universiteiten

      Jeugdherinneringen
      4,0
    • Nikolai Gogol's works showcase a unique blend of comedy, social commentary, and fantasy, influencing later Russian literary giants. This collection features "The Diary of a Madman," which delves into madness, and "The Nose," where a detached nose leads to absurd adventures. "The Carriage" humorously critiques a landowner's pretensions, while "The Overcoat" tells the tragicomic story of a clerk's obsession with status. The novella "Taras Bulba" explores themes of heroism and rebellion through the tale of a legendary Cossack leader.

      The Diary of a Madman and Other Stories
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    • The Nose

      • 40bladzijden
      • 2 uur lezen

      "The Nose" is a satirical short story by Nikolai Gogol. Written between 1835 and 1836, it tells of a St. Petersburg official whose nose leaves his face and develops a life of its own.

      The Nose
      3,8
    • Nikolai Gogol's work offers a sharp critique of society, highlighting the absurdities of bureaucracy and corruption. This collection features his renowned drama "The Government Inspector," celebrated for its biting satire, and a range of short stories that explore the lives of society's marginalized, from clerks to swindlers. Notable pieces include "Diary of a Madman," which delves into madness, "Nevsky Prospect," portraying obsession, and "The Overcoat," a poignant reflection on poverty that left a lasting impact on Russian literature.

      Penguin Classics: Diary of a Madman, The Government Inspector, & Selected Stories