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And the Earth Will Sit on the Moon: Essential Stories

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Experience the biting satire of Nikolai Gogol’s iconic short stories in a fresh, modern translation by Oliver Ready. From “The Overcoat” to “The Nose,” explore the absurd and grotesque realities of the human condition with dark humor and psychological acuity. Unearth the brilliance of this Russian master, now available with ISBN 9781805330332.

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9781805330332
  • Publisher: Steerforth Press
  • Publisher Imprint: Pushkin Press Classics
  • Height: 196 mm
  • No of Pages: 224
  • Spine Width: 23 mm
  • Weight: 376 gr
  • ISBN-10: 1805330330
  • Publisher Date: 05 Mar 2024
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Width: 127 mm

18 reviews for And the Earth Will Sit on the Moon: Essential Stories

  1. Harshita Mehra

    I enjoyed the dark humor and the exploration of the human condition. A great introduction to Gogol’s work. Highly recommend!

  2. Aditya Bhamboo

    A bit uneven, but worth reading for the standout stories. ‘The Overcoat’ is a must-read. New translation is great.

  3. Kabir Nagpal

    The translation is excellent, making these classic stories feel fresh and new. Gogol’s satire is biting and hilarious!

  4. Utpal Basumatary

    Not all the stories grabbed me, but the ones that did were amazing. ‘The Nose’ is especially wild and humorous!

  5. Ansul Gupta

    Gogol’s world is strange and fascinating. Oliver Ready’s translation made these stories come alive. A good collection to start with!

  6. Shah Abhishek Satishkumar

    Dark, funny, and insightful. Gogol’s stories are as relevant today as they were when they were written. Worth the read.

  7. Yash Koshal

    Gogol’s stories are weird, but thought-provoking. This translation felt modern and accessible. Some stories were better than others, but overall an enjoyable read.

  8. Paridhi Jain

    I expected more. While some stories shined, others fell flat. Good introduction to Gogol, but not my favorite collection.

  9. Esha Pareek

    I found some stories difficult to follow. The humor didn’t always land for me, but appreciate the new translation.

  10. Tanmay Kumar Sarkar

    A mixed bag. Some stories were fantastic, others were a bit dull. But I found ‘The Overcoat’ was amazing. Well translated.

  11. Nalin Sharma

    I struggled to connect with some of the stories, but ‘The Nose’ was hilarious. The translation felt crisp and easy to read.

  12. Iqraa

    I loved the dark humor and the bizarre characters. Gogol’s stories are unforgettable. This translation is fantastic.

  13. Nikhil Kumar

    Gogol is a master, and this translation captures his unique voice perfectly. Highly recommended for anyone interested in classic literature.

  14. Ganvir Shubham Anand

    Gogol’s brilliance shines through in this collection. A great selection of stories. The translation is well done and accessible.

  15. Junnyali Panthri

    I had mixed feelings about this book. The writing style felt a little dated and difficult to get into. But overall it was OK.

  16. Anagha Jain

    A great introduction to Gogol. Some stories more engaging than others, but a solid collection overall and good translation.

  17. Aekansh Bakshi

    Gogol’s satire is brilliant! This collection is a must-read for anyone interested in Russian literature. The translation is superb.

  18. Kunal Sukhija

    The absurdity is strong with this one! Some stories resonated more than others, but Ready’s translation is excellent. Darkly humorous and insightful.

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