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Krasny tsvietok
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781024219296
Publisher: Hutson Street Press
Published: May 22 2025
Pages: 282
Weight: 0.88
Height: 0.59 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: Russian
Krasny tsvietok (The Red Flower) is a poignant short story by Vsevolod Garshin, a prominent figure in Russian literature of the late 19th century. Originally published in 1883, it delves into the experiences of a patient in a mental asylum. The narrative unfolds through the patient's distorted perception of reality, where he becomes fixated on a red flower in the asylum's garden, believing it to be the embodiment of all evil.
Driven by a messianic delusion, the patient embarks on a mission to destroy the flower, convinced that its destruction will save humanity. Garshin masterfully portrays the psychological torment and the blurred lines between sanity and madness. The story explores themes of sacrifice, obsession, and the human condition, offering a profound commentary on suffering and the search for meaning in a chaotic world. Krasny tsvietok remains a powerful and enduring work, showcasing Garshin's ability to capture the depths of human emotion and psychological fragility.
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