| Author |
Anonymous |
| Title |
Sasha the serf, and other stories of Russian life
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: Blackie & Son,1882.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 72.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
Sasha the serf -- The coolest man in Russia -- Katinka, the peasant maid -- Three kopecks -- The devil in the mine -- A bear-hunt in Russia -- A story of Peter the Great.
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| Credits |
Al Haines
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| Summary |
"Sasha the Serf: And Other Stories of Russian Life" by Anonymous is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The tales focus on the lives of Russian serfs, particularly exploring themes of social injustice and personal ambition. The character of Sasha, a young serf, is introduced in the first story as someone who grapples with the realities of serfdom, while yearning for freedom and knowledge. The opening of the first story introduces Sasha and his grandfather, Gregor, as they work together in the forest. While carrying wood, Sasha begins to question why the forest belongs to the baron and not to his grandfather. This prompts a philosophical discussion about serfdom and ownership. Shortly after, they encounter a bear, an incident that serves as both a rite of passage for Sasha and a metaphor for facing one's fears. As they head home, the family dynamic is established, revealing Sasha's aspirations amidst the systemic challenges of their serfdom. This segment sets the stage for the unfolding themes of resilience and the quest for personal freedom throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Children's stories
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| Subject |
Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Russia -- Social life and customs -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
68643 |
| Release Date |
Jul 29, 2022 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jul 31, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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