Cossack Tales by Nikolai Vasilevich Gogol

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Author Gogol, Nikolai Vasilevich, 1809-1852
Translator Tolstoj, Jurij V., 1824-1878
Title Cossack Tales
Note Reading ease score: 76.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents Introduction -- The night of Christmas Eve -- Tarass Boolba.
Credits Produced by Marc D'Hooghe at Free Literature
Summary "Cossack Tales" by Nikolai Vasilevich Gogol is a collection of short stories written in the early 19th century. This vibrant narrative dives into the lives and folklore surrounding the Cossacks, particularly highlighting their humor, valiance, and cultural vibrancy through portrayals of village existence. The tales blend elements of comedy and legend, capturing the essence of peasant life in Little Russia, with a focus on characters like the blacksmith Vakoola and the enchanting Oxana. The opening of the tale titled "The Night of Christmas Eve" introduces readers to an atmospheric winter night, characterized by a clear starry sky and a sense of impending festivity. As the Cossack Choop prepares to leave his home for a Christmas gathering, the devil makes a mischievous appearance, stealing the moon to create darkness. The story unfolds as Choop encounters various elements of magic and folklore, underlying themes of romance as the devil's antics interfere with the lives of village characters, particularly affecting young Vakoola, who is enamored with Oxana. The blend of humor, supernatural elements, and a rich cultural backdrop sets the tone for the tales that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature
Subject Christmas stories
Subject Cossacks -- Fiction
Subject Ukraine -- Fiction
Subject Christmas -- Russia -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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