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A brilliant collection of short stories by some of Russia's best writers.

In this captivating sketch, described by Korolenko as “a psychological study,” the author delves into the intricacies of the inner lives of those who are blind. Through this exploration, he reveals not only the psychological processes at play in their minds but also the profound suffering that arises from their lack of sight, all while placing his characters in remarkably favorable circumstances. The narrative centers around three compelling subjects a blind girl known to the author from childhood, a boy who is gradually losing his vision, and a professional musician who has been blind ...

A brilliant and acerbic piece of satire by journalist, writer, and human rights activist Vladimir Korolenko, in the unusual form of a spooky story.

Many have read about the life of Socrates. Many are familiar with Plato's poignant description of his death. But who had ever thought of what took place afterwards? Ukrainian writer and scholar Vladimir Korolenko took it upon himself to consider this question.

Detskij spektakl' "Slepoj muzykant" po motivam odnoimennoj povesti russkogo pisatelja Vladimira Korolenko. V bogatoj dvorjanskoj sem'e Popel'skih edinstvennyj syn Petrus' slep ot rozhdenija. Ego mat' Anna Mihajlovna, beskonechno ljubja i zhaleja mal'chika, vospityvaet ego kak redkostnyj hrupkij cvetok. I tol'ko djadja Maksim, v junosti srazhavshijsja pod znamenem Garibal'di, pytaetsja priuchit' mal'chika k samostojatel'nosti. Mal'chik nachinaet uznavat' mir na oshhup', i odnazhdy ego pal'cy nahodjat klavishi fortepiano....

The book contains the story of the great Russian writer and social activist Vladimir Korolenko (1853 - 1921) "Kids of the Dungeon".

The book contains a wonderful story of the great Russian writer and public figure Vladimir Korolenko (1853-1921) "The Blind Musician".

In Bad Company is one of the most popular and enchanting stories of Russian writer and social activist Vladimir Korolenko (1853 - 1921). This touching portrait of father and son beautifully displays Korolenkos' tireless optimism and unwavering faith in the goodness of the human spirit. Please note: This audiobook is in Russian.

Whilst faith can be practiced anywhere religious faith is usually at a church or temple. The stories in this volume are centered both in houses of worship and with those with a strong association to its calling. Of course, short story authors have a determined belief in their undoubted talents to make us look at this subject from different angles. In this volume they take us on literary journeys that are revealing and challenging yet always entertaining.