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The Duel
Paperback
General FictionHistorical FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781023393065
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 220
Weight: 0.69
Height: 0.46 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A powerful exploration of army life in Tsarist Russia, A. I. Kuprin's The Duel dissects the rigid social hierarchy and the corrosive nature of military culture. This literary classic examines themes of honor, disillusionment, and the brutal realities faced by soldiers. Set against the backdrop of a society steeped in tradition, the novel delves into the personal struggles and moral compromises demanded by the military system.
Through the lens of dueling, a pervasive practice rooted in notions of honor and social standing, Kuprin offers a sharp social criticism of the era. The Duel reveals the dark underbelly of a world where personal integrity clashes with the demands of duty and the suffocating expectations of a bygone era. This meticulously prepared print republication makes this timeless story accessible once again.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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