Contos De São Petersburgo by Nikolai Gogol

This collection of stories delves into the surreal and often absurd world of 19th-century Russian society, capturing the essence of life in the bustling city of St. Petersburg. Through a series of vivid and imaginative tales, the narrative explores themes of identity, ambition, and the human condition, often with a satirical edge. Characters navigate a landscape filled with bureaucratic absurdities, social hierarchies, and existential dilemmas, all painted with a touch of dark humor and a keen eye for the peculiarities of urban life.

Published
1835
Nationality
Russian
Length
Short
Pages
200-250
Original Language
Russian
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(5.0)
Alternate Titles
- Petersburg Narratives
- Petersburg Sketches
- Petersburg Tales
- Saint Petersburg Stories
- St. Petersburg Stories

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