Home Life in Russia, Volumes 1 and 2 [Dead Souls]

Language: EnglishPublished: October 10, 2018

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Humorous stories Satire Russia Social life and customs 1533-1917 Fiction Swindlers and swindling

Bookshelves:

Culture/Civilization/Society Fiction Humour Russian Interest

Authors:

Gogol, Nikolai Vasilevich
1809 - 1852
Lach-Szyrma, Krystin

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In the mid-19th century, Russia was a land of stark contrasts, where the opulence of the elite clashed with the struggles of the peasantry. "Home Life in Russia, Volumes 1 and 2" by Nikolai Vasilevich Gogol offers a satirical exploration of this societal divide, focusing on the peculiar practice of "dead souls"—deceased serfs still counted as property. Through the eyes of Pavel Ivanovitch Tchichikoff, readers witness the absurdities of a system that commodifies human life. This work is essential for students, civic activists, and historians seeking to understand the complexities of Russian social dynamics and the critique of moral decay. Gogol's sharp wit and keen observations make this a timeless examination of humanity's follies.