| Author |
Tolstoy, Leo, graf, 1828-1910 |
| Editor |
Wright, C. T. Hagberg (Charles Theodore Hagberg), 1862-1940 |
| Title |
The forged coupon, and other stories
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| Note |
First story is translation of: Фальшивый купон, Fal'shivyi kupon.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
The forged coupon -- After the dance -- Alyosha the Pot -- My dream -- There are no guilty people -- The young Tsar.
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| Credits |
Judith Boss and David Widger
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| Summary |
"The Forged Coupon and Other Stories" by Leo Tolstoy is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. This anthology delves into various themes that reflect on human nature, morality, and the consequences of one's actions, showcasing Tolstoy's philosophical insights. The characters navigate through challenges that provoke ethical dilemmas, with the titular story featuring the complexities surrounding a seemingly trivial act of forgery and its far-reaching repercussions. At the start of "The Forged Coupon," we are introduced to Fedor Mihailovich Smokovnikov, an honest income tax official who finds himself embroiled in familial disputes and a moral crisis when his son requests additional money. The interaction between father and son exposes generational tensions and misunderstandings. In his frustration, Fedor inadvertently sets off a chain of events that lead his son to consider forging a financial coupon to resolve his monetary woes. This initial scene sets the stage for the unfolding narrative that examines the ripple effects of minor transgressions, illustrating Tolstoy's masterful exploration of the interconnectedness of individual choices and societal implications. The opening lays the groundwork for the moral quandaries and human complexities that will ultimately resonate throughout the collection. (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 |
Short stories, Russian -- Translations into English
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| Subject |
Russian fiction -- Translations into English
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| Subject |
Tolstoy, Leo, graf, 1828-1910 -- Translations into English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
243 |
| Release Date |
Mar 15, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Sep 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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