Peasant Tales of Russia: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Peasant Tales of Russia is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Nemirovich-Danchenko, Vasilii Ivanovich (1848–1936). The listed translation credits are Field, Claud (1863–1941).
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"Peasant Tales of Russia" by Vasilii Ivanovich Nemirovich-Danchenko is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the lives and experiences of Russian peasants, capturing their struggles, beliefs, and social dynamics through rich storytelling and vivid characters. One of the central figures introduced in the opening story is old Ivan, a miner whose life is intertwined with both the burdens of his labor and his profound, mystical experiences within the darkness of the mine. At the start of the collection, the narrative introduces a group of miners standing at the entrance of the Voskressensky mine, led by the aged Ivan. The atmospheric descriptions paint a picture of dreariness, as tension builds around Ivan's precarious journey down into the mine, where he recalls significant moments from his childhood there. The story follows his reflections on life, loss, and faith, especially his early encounters with death and the imaginary presence of Jesus within the mine's dark depths. This poignant opening sets the stage for an exploration of themes such as mortality, spirituality, and the connection between humans and the earth, foreshadowing the significant experiences that await in the tales to follow.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Peasant Tales of Russia
- Author credits: Nemirovich-Danchenko, Vasilii Ivanovich (1848–1936)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Field, Claud (1863–1941)
Catalogue subjects
- Tales -- Russia
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- Category: Russian Literature
- Category: Short Stories
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