Little Angel and Other Stories
by Leonid Nikolayevich Andreyev
'Little Angel and Other Stories' Summary
The stories in this collection present a stark and often unsettling view of humanity. Andreyev's characters frequently confront death, both literal and metaphorical. In 'Little Angel,' the titular character, a young girl, faces her own mortality with a chilling innocence. The story serves as a poignant exploration of innocence, fate, and the fragility of life. 'The Life of Man' is a surreal journey through a man's existence, marked by a series of encounters with strange and disturbing characters, ultimately highlighting the futility of individual striving. Other stories delve into themes of social injustice, political corruption, and the dark underbelly of society. Andreyev's use of symbolism and psychological realism creates a powerful and haunting atmosphere in his stories. He invites readers to confront uncomfortable truths about human nature and the existential anxieties of the modern world.Book Details
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Leonid Nikolayevich Andreyev
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Leonid Nikolaievich Andreyev was a Russian playwright, novelist and short-story writer, who is considered to be a father of Expressionism in Russian literature. He i...
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