Woe From Wit by Alexander Griboyedov
The Woes of Wit
The play is a sharp satire on the social and political life of 19th-century Russia, depicting the clash between progressive ideas and the inertia of a society anchored in old-fashioned conventions and protocols. The protagonist, a witty and intellectual young man, returns to Moscow from abroad, only to find himself entangled in the superficial and hypocritical world of Moscow's elite. His sharp tongue and criticisms of the societal norms lead to misunderstandings and a tragic series of events, reflecting the author's commentary on the futility of intelligence and wit in a society that values appearance over substance.
The 3876th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1825
- Nationality
- Russian
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 100-150
- Original Language
- Russian
- Avg User Rating
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(4.3)
- Alternate Titles
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- The Misery of Being Smart
- The Misfortune of Being Clever
- The Sorrows of Wit
- The Trouble with Reason
- The Wits of Woe
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- 31st on The Main Works of Russian literature (Polka Academy)