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Creatures That Once Were Men

Creatures That Once Were Men

Gorky, Maxim

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General Fiction

Publisher Price: $14.99

ISBN10: 9373400878
ISBN13: 9789373400877
Publisher: Double 9 Books
Published: Oct 1 2025
Pages: 72
Weight: 0.21
Height: 0.17 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Creatures that once were men portrays a moving depiction of life among society's forgotten and impoverished. Set within a dilapidated lodging house, the story unfolds through the daily interactions of its inhabitants - individuals burdened by failure, poverty, and the fading echoes of better days. The narrative captures the grim yet deeply human world of those marginalized by circumstance, presenting their suffering with empathy and stark realism. Through the figure of a former captain who manages the dosshouse, the work explores themes of camaraderie, lost dignity, and the enduring fragments of hope that persist even in despair. The author reveals the delicate balance between cynicism and compassion, using vivid imagery and philosophical undertones to reflect on what defines humanity. Amid the bleakness, moments of humor and reflection illuminate the resilience of the human spirit. The story stands as both a social critique and a testament to the perseverance of those who continue to seek meaning despite the weight of adversity.

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