“[F]or contemporary judgment does not recognize that much depth of soul is needed to light up the picture drawn from contemptible life and elevate it into a pearl of creation.”
Book:Dead Souls: A Novel
Quote by Nikolai Gogol
Work
Dead Souls: A Novel
Dead Souls: A Novel is a work of fiction that follows the protagonist, Pavel Ivanovich Chichikov, as he travels through the Russian countryside purchasing the titles of dead serfs, or 'souls,' from landowners. The narrative delves into themes of greed, corruption, and the emptiness of social ambition, offering a satirical critique of 19th-century Russian society. The book is known for its vivid character portrayals and its exploration of the human condition, though it remains a standalone piece without a definitive conclusion, as the author intended a multi-part structure that was never completed. more
Author
Nikolai Gogol
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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