The Steel Flea by N. S. Leskov
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About this eBook
| Author | Leskov, N. S. (Nikolai Semenovich), 1831-1895 |
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| Translator | Hapgood, Isabel Florence, 1850-1928 |
| Uniform Title | Levsha. English |
| Title | The Steel Flea |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Steel Flea" by N. S. Leskov is a legend that falls under the category of a fictional tale, likely written in the late 19th century. The story showcases Russian pride, particularly among artisans in the Arms Guild, and revolves around a competition between Russian and English craftsmen, exploring themes of ingenuity and cultural identity." The tale follows Emperor Alexander I of Russia, who, during a trip to England, becomes enamored with an exquisite steel flea crafted by English artisans. Accompanied by his Don Cossack, Platoff, the Emperor is determined to uphold Russian craftsmanship and, upon returning to Russia, enlists the help of Tula's skilled gunsmiths to create something even more remarkable. The artisans, led by a peculiar left-handed man, devise a plan so secretive that they only reveal their final creation when Platoff returns to collect it. Ultimately, they present a marvel: a tiny flea shod with miniature shoes, signifying their unmatched skills. The story concludes with the left-handed man embarking on a journey to England to demonstrate this impressive feat, juxtaposing the values of craftsmanship and personal integrity against the backdrop of international competition and cultural pride. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Russia -- Fiction |
| Subject | Fleas -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 61172 |
| Release Date | Jan 14, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 87 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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