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Dead Souls by Nikolai Gogol

Unabridged 1842 Original Version

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Exploring the flaws of Russian society, the novel follows Pavel Ivanovich Chichikov as he interacts with various representatives of the middle class. Through these encounters, Gogol critiques the mentality and character of his contemporaries, crafting an "epic poem in prose." Although intended as part of a trilogy, the second part was destroyed by the author before his death, leaving the narrative unfinished yet impactful. The work is celebrated as a significant contribution to 19th-century Russian literature, despite its abrupt conclusion.

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Dead Souls by Nikolai Gogol, Nikolai Wassiljewitsch Gogol

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Unabridged 1842 Original Version
Language
English
Released
2019
Format
Paperback
Pages
284
ISBN13
9782491251048
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First published
1842
Original title
Mertvyje duši
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Exploring the flaws of Russian society, the novel follows Pavel Ivanovich Chichikov as he interacts with various representatives of the middle class. Through these encounters, Gogol critiques the mentality and character of his contemporaries, crafting an "epic poem in prose." Although intended as part of a trilogy, the second part was destroyed by the author before his death, leaving the narrative unfinished yet impactful. The work is celebrated as a significant contribution to 19th-century Russian literature, despite its abrupt conclusion.