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“In the end dreams became his life, and his whole life thereafter took a strange turn: one might say he slept while waking and watched while asleep.”

Quote by Nikolai Gogol

Book:The Collected Tales of Nikolai Gogol

Work

The Collected Tales of Nikolai Gogol

This volume includes a selection of Gogol's most renowned tales, showcasing his distinctive style and exploration of themes such as satire, social commentary, and the supernatural. more

Author

Nikolai Vasilyevich Gogol was a prominent 19th-century Russian dramatist and novelist. His works are known for their sharp satire and humor, which have had a profound impact on Russian literature. more

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