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Les âmes mortes, roman
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Classic FictionGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781024082173
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 350
Weight: 1.08
Height: 0.73 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: French
Les âmes mortes (Dead Souls) by Nikolai Gogol, translated into French, is a satirical masterpiece of 19th-century Russian literature. The story follows the cunning Pavel Ivanovich Chichikov as he travels through the Russian countryside, buying dead souls (deceased serfs) from landowners. These souls are still registered on the census and thus can be used by Chichikov in a scheme to mortgage them and acquire land, thereby climbing the social ladder.
Gogol's novel offers a biting commentary on the corruption, bureaucracy, and social stagnation of Russia during this period. Through a cast of eccentric characters and darkly humorous situations, Gogol exposes the moral decay and spiritual emptiness of Russian society. Les âmes mortes remains a timeless classic, admired for its sharp wit, social relevance, and enduring exploration of the human condition. This French translation offers a unique opportunity to experience Gogol's genius.
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