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portada An Unpleasant Predicament: A Darkly Comic Tale of Pride, Chaos, and Social Satire
Type
Physical Book
Publisher
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Language
English
Pages
106
Format
Paperback
Dimensions
20.3 x 12.7 x 0.7 cm
ISBN13
9781804215166

An Unpleasant Predicament: A Darkly Comic Tale of Pride, Chaos, and Social Satire

Dostoevsky, Fyodor; Zengerink, Tim (Author) · Library of Alexandria · Paperback

An Unpleasant Predicament: A Darkly Comic Tale of Pride, Chaos, and Social Satire - Dostoevsky, Fyodor; Zengerink, Tim

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Synopsis "An Unpleasant Predicament: A Darkly Comic Tale of Pride, Chaos, and Social Satire"

What if your grand gesture of kindness turned into your most humiliating moment?In An Unpleasant Predicament, Fyodor Dostoevsky delivers a sharp-witted, satirical novella that follows the misadventures of Ivan Ivanovich Pralinsky, an arrogant government official who considers himself a progressive and benevolent leader. In an impulsive decision to demonstrate his goodwill, he crashes the wedding of a low-ranking employee-only to find himself caught in a series of humiliations and comic misfortunes.As Pralinsky's self-image unravels before an audience that neither respects nor welcomes him, Dostoevsky crafts a biting critique of vanity, bureaucracy, and the delusions of self-importance.What You'll Discover in This Modern Translation: A Darkly Humorous Social Satire - Experience Dostoevsky's sharp critique of hypocrisy, pride, and class dynamics.A Masterful Exploration of Human Vanity - Witness how arrogance and self-delusion lead to inevitable downfall.A Fresh, Accessible Translation - This adaptation preserves Dostoevsky's wit and insight while making the story engaging for modern readers.A Timeless Reflection on Status and Power - Discover how Pralinsky's predicament mirrors the universal struggles of ego and self-deception.More than just a humorous story, An Unpleasant Predicament is a profound examination of social hierarchy, personal pride, and the fine line between dignity and disgrace.Can a man's good intentions save him from his own arrogance?Get your copy today and experience one of Dostoevsky's most entertaining and thought-provoking novellas.

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