Poor Folk

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Set in 1840s St. Petersburg, the story unfolds through letters exchanged between Makar Dievushkin, an aging copyist, and Barbara Dobroselova, a young woman facing a rapid decline in her fortunes. Their correspondence reveals intimate details of their pasts and aspirations, highlighting the struggles of navigating an indifferent and costly city. The narrative explores themes of love, social disparity, and the human condition amidst the challenges of their environment.