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The Steel Flea
Series: Penguin Little Black Classics
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Format: Paperback / softback
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The Steel Flea
Presents an uproarious and alcohol-soaked shaggy-dog story from one of Russia's great comic masters.
An uproarious romp of one-upmanship and drunkenness from the nineteenth-century Russian comic genius.
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Little Black Classics - the new series to celebrate Penguin's 80th anniversary.
The Steel Flea by Nikolay Leskov is a fascinating tale filled with vibrant characters and incredible feats. The story takes the reader on a journey full of whimsy and ingenuity, showcasing Leskov's unique storytelling abilities.
'The Steel Flea' features intriguing elements, such as the scene where an order was given to avoid serving any hot glum pudding in flames, for fear the spirits in their innards might catch fire. This moment captures the whimsical and inventive nature of Leskov's writing, making it a standout piece in the Little Black Classics series.
Series: Penguin Little Black Classics
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Book Details
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ISBN: 9780141397399
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 26 February 2015
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Penguin Classics
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 5.0mm
Width: 111.0mm
Height: 161.0mm
Weight: 53g
Pages: 64
About the Author
Nikolay Leskov (1831-1895). Leskov's works are available in Penguin Classics in Lady Macbeth of Mtsensk and Other Stories and Russian Short Stories from Pushkin to Buida.
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