Nikolai Erdman (Book order)

Nikolai Erdman Book order

Nikolay Erdman was a Soviet playwright and screenwriter whose works bridge the satirical drama of Nikolai Gogol with the Theatre of the Absurd. His plays, characteristic of the 1920s, represent a significant link in Russian literary history. Erdman's sharp satirical style and insightful commentary on society distinguish his writing and ensure its continued resonance.

The Suicide

112 pages
4 hours of reading

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Things are getting tough for Sam. No job, benefits stopped and stuck in a tiny flat with his girlfriend Maya and her mum. The pressure is building. It feels like there might be only one way out. But every ending is a beginning and there are plenty of people keen to capitalise on Sam's momentous decision. From corrupt local politicians to kids trying to raise the number of views of their online videos, everyone wants a piece of Sam's demise. It scarcely matters what Sam actually wants. Faced with the promise of immortality, what's his life worth?