The Blue Book by Mikhail Zoshchenko
"The Blue Book" is a satirical collection of short stories that offer a humorous yet poignant commentary on the absurdities of life in Soviet Russia. Through a series of anecdotes and vignettes, the author captures the struggles of ordinary citizens as they navigate the complexities and contradictions of the Soviet system. With a sharp wit and a keen eye for irony, the stories delve into themes of bureaucracy, poverty, and the human condition, revealing the author's skepticism about the promises of the socialist state and the resilience of the Russian people in the face of societal challenges.
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- Published
- 1923
- Nationality
- Russian
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-250
- Original Language
- Russian
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- Alternate Titles
- - Голубая книга
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- 98th on The Main Works of Russian literature (Polka Academy)