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An Unpleasant Predicament: A Darkly Comic Tale of Pride, Chaos, and Social Satire (Large Print Deluxe Edition For Easy Reading) (Large Print Edition)
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Series: Library of Alexandria, Book 95
ISBN13: 9781806984848
Publisher: Library of Alexandria
Published: Nov 15 2025
Pages: 100
Weight: 0.29
Height: 0.26 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
In An Unpleasant Predicament, Fyodor Dostoevsky delivers a piercing satire of social vanity, self-deception, and the chaos that unfolds when pride meets absurdity. The story follows Ivan Ilyich Pralinsky, a high-ranking official with noble intentions-at least in his own mind.
Convinced of his own magnanimity, he decides to crash the wedding of a poor subordinate as a gesture of goodwill. But his self-congratulatory act quickly spirals into a humiliating spectacle, turning the evening into an unforgettable-and deeply unpleasant-predicament.
This modern translation makes Dostoevsky's wit, psychological complexity, and biting social commentary accessible for contemporary readers. A darkly comic exploration of human pride, class hypocrisy, and personal delusion, An Unpleasant Predicament is a brilliant character study and a timeless warning against vanity cloaked in virtue.
What You'll Discover in This Modern Translation:
- A Satirical Masterpiece of Social Commentary - Dostoevsky's comedic critique of the Russian bureaucratic elite.
- A Deeply Human Portrait of Pride and Hypocrisy - Witness the unraveling of a man blinded by self-importance.
- A Modern, Accessible Translation - Brings Dostoevsky's humor and psychological nuance to life for today's readers.
- A Dark Comedy That Feels Strikingly Relevant Today - A tale of awkwardness, hubris, and class still resonant in modern life.
Whether you're new to Dostoevsky or a longtime admirer, An Unpleasant Predicament offers a fresh and illuminating look into one of his most ironically delightful works.
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