Home Life in Russia, Volumes 1 and 2: [Dead Souls]: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Home Life in Russia, Volumes 1 and 2: [Dead Souls]: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Home Life in Russia, Volumes 1 and 2: [Dead Souls] is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Gogol, Nikolai Vasilevich (1809–1852). The listed translation credits are Lach-Szyrma, Krystin (?–1866).
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"Home Life in Russia, Volumes 1 and 2" by Nikolai Vasilevich Gogol is a satirical narrative written in the mid-19th century. The work presents a detailed and engaging look into Russian society, particularly through the eyes of the main character, Pavel Ivanovitch Tchichikoff, who is introduced as a Councillor of State traveling for pleasure and business. The story emphasizes the peculiarities of Russian nobility and their customs, providing a window into the socio-political dynamics of the era. The opening of the narrative introduces Tchichikoff as he arrives at a provincial inn in Smolensk. As he settles in, the descriptions of the inn and its staff reveal a world filled with eccentric yet vivid characters, laying the foundation for Tchichikoff's observations and interactions. His inquiries about the local nobility and conditions reflect his intentions to integrate himself into the social fabric while simultaneously hinting at his deeper motives. Gogol crafts a scene that mixes humor and social critique, setting the stage for Tchichikoff's journey and the satirical exploration of Russian life that follows.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Home Life in Russia, Volumes 1 and 2: [Dead Souls]
- Author credits: Gogol, Nikolai Vasilevich (1809–1852)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Lach-Szyrma, Krystin (?–1866)
Catalogue subjects
- Humorous stories
- Russia -- Social life and customs -- 1533-1917 -- Fiction
- Satire
- Swindlers and swindling -- Russia -- Fiction
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- Category: Novels
- Category: Russian Literature
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