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The Steel Flea

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SKU: 9780141397399

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Dive into the uproarious world of “The Steel Flea,” a classic Russian comic masterpiece by Nikolai Leskov, translated by R.S. Pine-Coffin. This alcohol-soaked shaggy-dog story follows the adventures of a gifted gunsmith and his incredible creation. A must-read for fans of witty humor and classic literature. ISBN: 9780141397399

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9780141397399
  • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Height: 161 mm
  • No of Pages: 64
  • Series Title: Penguin Little Black Classics
  • Weight: 54 gr
  • ISBN-10: 014139739X
  • Publisher Date: 26 Feb 2015
  • Depth: 5
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Spine Width: 7 mm
  • Width: 111 mm

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Weight 0.5 kg

19 reviews for The Steel Flea

  1. Kushal Sanjaykumar Shah

    Absolutely hilarious! The characters are so memorable, and the situations are ridiculous. A true gem of Russian literature.

  2. Umang Gaba

    I struggled to connect with the characters. The story felt disjointed. However, the craftsmanship descriptions were fascinating.

  3. Kabir Nagpal

    The book had its moments, but overall, it didn’t quite resonate with me. I think it’s overrated.

  4. Mayank Jain

    I found it a bit slow-paced. The writing is beautiful, but it took me a while to get into the story. Still enjoyable, but not a favorite.

  5. Dorin Pegu

    The humor fell flat for me. I didn’t understand the cultural references. Maybe it’s an acquired taste.

  6. Harikrishnan P

    Not my cup of tea. I found it confusing and not particularly engaging. Maybe it’s just me.

  7. Gautam Garg

    The translation was excellent! Leskov’s wit shines through. A bit rambling at times, but overall a delightful story.

  8. Sanjeev Kumar

    Not what I expected. The humor is very dry, and the plot is meandering. It has some clever moments but not consistently engaging

  9. Kokila Nautiyal

    Absolutely brilliant! A clever and witty satire. Leskov is a genius. Highly recommend!

  10. Yash Arya

    A fun, quick read. The humor is definitely Russian, which might not be for everyone. I enjoyed the absurdity of it all!

  11. Ayush Rahul Patel

    This book was unexpectedly hilarious. The absurdity is great, and I had a good time reading it.

  12. Mrinalini Vashisht

    I wanted to love it, but I just couldn’t connect with the characters. It felt a bit dated.

  13. Vedansh Pratap Singh

    A unique and quirky tale. It’s a bit strange, but in a good way. Glad I gave it a chance.

  14. Piyush Kumar Sah

    A fantastic blend of humor and social commentary. Leskov is a master storyteller. Highly recommend!

  15. Abhishek Anand

    Interesting historical context, but the story itself didn’t grab me. I appreciate the artistry, though.

  16. Yash Subhash Thakur

    A wonderfully bizarre and inventive story. Leskov’s imagination is truly impressive. A must-read for lovers of classic literature!

  17. Sahitya Narvariya

    It’s a unique read, but I felt like I was missing something. It’s good, but not great to me.

  18. Yasaswani Akula

    This book is so funny! I laughed out loud multiple times. A great escape from reality.

  19. Jahnvi Arora

    Surprisingly funny and insightful. A delightful read that I’ll definitely revisit.

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