Peltse and Pentameron

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The novella offers a sharp psychological insight into an average apparatchik's life, blending humor with a sense of alarm. It captures the internal conflict of an individual who is both repelled by and reliant on the oppressive system surrounding him. Set over the course of a single day, the narrative unfolds through the experiences of five colleagues at a Soviet research institute, highlighting their struggles and interactions within a bureaucratic environment.