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Short Stories of Pushkin

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A master of romance, satire, and tragedy, Alexander Pushkin's greatest short stories come together in this beautifully bound collector's edition that captures the birth of modern Russian prose and the timeless depth of human experience. Short Stories of Pushkin unites ten of Alexander Pushkin's most acclaimed... Read More
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A master of romance, satire, and tragedy, Alexander Pushkin's greatest short stories come together in this beautifully bound collector's edition that captures the birth of modern Russian prose and the timeless depth of human experience.

Short Stories of Pushkin unites ten of Alexander Pushkin's most acclaimed tales, revealing his genius for blending emotional truth, irony, and historical insight. This collection includes "The Queen of Spades," "The Postmaster," "The Pistol Shot," "The Blizzard," "The Undertaker," and other masterpieces that shaped the course of Russian and world literature.

From the haunting obsession of "The Queen of Spades" to the gentle pathos of "The Postmaster," these stories explore love, betrayal, honour, and destiny with lyrical elegance and psychological precision. Pushkin's narratives move between intimate human drama and sweeping social satire, portraying both the grandeur and fragility of 19th-century Russia.

Presented in a deluxe hardbound format, this volume celebrates the artistry that inspired generations of writersβ€”from Tolstoy and Dostoevsky to Chekhov and Nabokovβ€”making it an essential addition for readers of world classics, students of literature, and collectors of timeless storytelling.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9789370890541

Publisher: Fingerprint

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 16 June 2026

Imprint: Fingerprint

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 567g

Pages: 184

About the Author

Alexander Pushkin (1799-1837) is revered as the father of modern Russian literature. Equally gifted as poet, novelist, and dramatist, he transformed the Russian language into a vehicle for artistic expression and laid the foundation for generations of literary giants. His works combine romance, realism, and historical vision, securing his place among the greatest authors in world literature.

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