Short Stories of Pushkin
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Short Stories of Pushkin
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 writersโfrom Tolstoy and Dostoevsky to Chekhov and Nabokovโmaking 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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