| Author |
Ostrovsky, Aleksandr Nikolaevich, 1823-1886 |
| Translator |
Garnett, Constance, 1861-1946 |
| Uniform Title |
Groza. English
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| Title |
The Storm
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 86.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Eric Eldred, S.R.Ellison and the DP Proofreading Team
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| Summary |
"The Storm" by Aleksandr Nikolaevich Ostrovsky is a drama written in the mid-19th century, recognized as one of the significant works of Russian literature. The play portrays the intricacies of old-fashioned Russian patriarchal life through the experiences of its main characters, prominently featuring Katerina, a woman caught in the suffocating expectations of her marital and familial duties, alongside the oppressive personalities of her mother-in-law and her uncle. The opening of "The Storm" introduces readers to the town of Kalinov, where the characters engage in conversations that reveal the social dynamics and conflicts within their lives. Katerina's struggle with her oppressive marriage is foreshadowed through her interactions with other townsfolk and her reflections on her past, highlighting her internal battle for freedom and autonomy. Additionally, the bullying nature of characters like Saviol Prokofievitch Dikoy sets a tone of tension and sets the stage for Katerina's emotional turmoil as she yearns to escape societal constraints and explore her desires. This complex character web and thematic depth make the play a compelling exploration of Russian society during the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Russian drama -- Translations into English
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| Subject |
Russia -- Social conditions -- 1801-1917 -- Drama
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
7991 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 12, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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