Stories Of The Steppe (1918)
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ISBN10: 1165523329
ISBN13: 9781165523320
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 62
Weight: 0.21
Height: 0.13 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781165523320
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 62
Weight: 0.21
Height: 0.13 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Stories of the Steppe is a collection of short stories written by the renowned Russian author, Maxim Gorki, and published in 1918. The stories are set in the vast and rugged landscape of the Russian steppe, and they offer a vivid and poignant portrayal of the lives of the people who inhabit this harsh and unforgiving environment. The collection consists of 13 stories, each of which explores different aspects of life on the steppe, from the struggles of the rural poor to the complexities of social relations in a rapidly changing society. The characters in the stories are diverse, ranging from peasants and shepherds to aristocrats and intellectuals, but they all share a common bond in their connection to the land and the rhythms of nature.Gorki's writing is characterized by its realism and its sensitivity to the human condition. He portrays his characters with empathy and understanding, revealing their strengths and weaknesses, their joys and sorrows, and their hopes and fears. Through his stories, Gorki offers a powerful commentary on the social and political issues of his time, including poverty, inequality, and the struggle for social justice.Overall, Stories of the Steppe is a compelling and deeply moving collection of stories that captures the essence of life on the Russian steppe and offers a profound insight into the human experience. It is a classic work of Russian literature that continues to resonate with readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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