From the Father of the Golden Age of Russian Literature, Nicolai Gogol\'s The Overcoat is one of the greatest short stories of all time.
A must-have addition to the bookshelves of classic Russian literature lovers, this short story is not one to be missed..
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Complete with a specially commissioned author biography, Read & Co.
Its themes of social commentary, the human condition and a touch of the supernatural are combined with Gogol\'s biting wit and innovative writing.
Originally published in 1842, The Overcoat is a short story with great impact.
As the days grow shorter and the nights colder, Akakievitch falls deathly ill...
His coworkers, the police and even a government official refuse to assist Akakievitch.
When Akakievitch is assaulted on his way home, the two thugs steal his new overcoat.
But in the cruel world of 19th century Russia, this newfound happiness cannot last long.
He is gradually more outgoing and is given a new lease of life.
With the arrival of the garment, we see Akakievitch emerging from his shell.
He scrimps and saves to the best of his ability until he finally has the funds to purchase a new coat.
The harsh winter months are fast approaching and Akakievitch knows all too well that his Overcoat won\'t survive another repair.
Civil servant, Akakiy Akakievitch, is underpaid and underappreciated.
This satire on Russia\'s 19th century bureaucracy is amusing, pointed and has influenced many renowned Russian writers.
From the Father of the Golden Age of Russian Literature, Nicolai Gogol\'s The Overcoat is one of the greatest short stories of all time
