Isbn: 9780243419128 - Revizór: a Comedy (classic Reprint) (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a socio-political satire written by the renowned Russian author around the 19th century, using dark comedy and farce to criticize the rampant corruption and unchecked bureaucracy within the Russian Empire at the time. The play established the author as a literary force to be reckoned with and is generally regarded as one of the greatest works in the Russian language. It follows the story of a young man mistaken for a government inspector in a small provincial town and the ensuing chaos and absurdity that ensues, all while exploring themes of deception, morality, and power. The author's keen eye for detail and ability to capture the essence of human nature results in a powerful and thought-provoking work that offers timeless insights into the corrosive effects of power and the absurdity of human behavior when unchecked. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…