El capote

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Pages: 62
Published: 2011
Language: English

Akaky Akakievich Bashmachkin, a humble and overlooked government clerk in St. Petersburg, finds his life's purpose in acquiring a new overcoat. This seemingly simple garment becomes a symbol of his dignity and a source of both joy and profound despair. When his prized possession is stolen, Akaky's desperate attempts to recover it expose the indifference and cruelty of society, leading to a tragic and darkly humorous tale about social status and human worth.

Prose complexity: 7/10

Melancholic Satirical Dark

Fish Out of Water

Short Stories Classics Literary Fiction

Authors

Nikoli Ggol

Nikol‡i G—gol is known for blending the ordinary with the strange in his stories. His work includes the classic "El capote" and the festive "Nochebuena.

Noem Villamuza Manso

Noem’ Villamuza Manso writes for both children and adults, with titles like the whimsical "Trick or Book!" and the literary "El capote." Her work also includes "Pameos y Meopas," showcasing her range across different forms of fiction.

Vctor Gallego Ballestero

V’ctor Gallego Ballestero is recognized for his contributions to classic literature. His notable works include new editions of "La muerte de Iv‡n Illich" and "El capote," both released in 2019.

Николай Васильевич Гоголь

Nikolai Vasilievich Gogol (Russian: Николай Васильевич Гоголь; Ukrainian: Микола Васильович Гоголь) (31 March [O.S. 19 March] 1809 – 4 March [O.S. 21 February] 1852) was a Ukrainian-born Russian novelist, humourist, and dramatist He is considered the father of modern Russian realism. His early works, such as Evenings on a Farm Near Dikanka, were heavily influenced by his Ukrainian upbringing and identity. His more mature writing satirised the corrupt bureaucracy of the Russian Empire, leading...

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