The Little Demon by Fedor Sologub
The Creation of a New World
"Little Devil" is a dark and symbolic tale set in pre-revolutionary Russia, exploring the themes of evil and corruption through the eyes of a young boy. The protagonist, an outcast in his rural village, is both tormented and fascinated by the malevolent forces he perceives around him. As he delves deeper into his own imagination and the sinister aspects of human nature, the line between reality and fantasy blurs, leading to a series of tragic events. The novel delves into the psychological and moral decay of its characters, reflecting the broader societal decay of the time.
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- Published
- 1907
- Nationality
- Russian
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 398
- Original Language
- Russian
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- Alternate Titles
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- Little Devil
- The Little Demon
- The Petty Demon
- The Small Demon
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 15th on The Main Works of Russian literature (Polka Academy)
- The 100 Greatest Novels (Nezavisimaya Gazeta (Russian Newspaper))