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M. Artsybashev

    Mikhail Artsybashev was a Russian writer and playwright, known as a leading exponent of naturalism. His works often delve into the complexities of human psychology and societal conventions. Artsybashev's distinctive approach was marked by a bold, naturalistic style that frequently challenged and provoked contemporary audiences. His prose deeply explores themes of individualism and anarchism, questioning established moral and social norms.

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    Breaking-point
    Sanine
    • 2023

      Sanine

      • 324 pages
      • 12 hours of reading
      Sanine
    • 2023

      Breaking-point

      • 420 pages
      • 15 hours of reading

      Breaking-Point is a daring and controversial novel that explores the limits of human sexuality and morality. Set in pre-revolutionary Russia, the book tells the story of a young woman who rebels against the rigid social norms of her culture and pursues a libertine lifestyle. Artsybashev's work was seen as shocking and scandalous when it was first published, and remains a provocative and thought-provoking read today.

      Breaking-point