Short Stories / Рассказы

Short Stories / Рассказы

by Octave Mirbeau

This collection of short stories by Octave Mirbeau offers a glimpse into the dark underbelly of late 19th-century French society. Mirbeau's sharp wit and unflinching realism expose the hypocrisy, cruelty, and absurdity of the human condition. These stories delve into themes of poverty, social injustice, and the corrupting influence of power, with characters often caught in a web of their own making. While the writing is often bleak, it is also infused with a sense of mordant humor and a powerful critique of the societal norms of the era.

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