Polikushka

Polikushka is a novella written by the renowned Russian author Leo Tolstoy. The story revolves around the life of a serf named Polikushka who works for a wealthy landowner. Polikushka is a simple and naive man who is content with his life until he is given the opportunity to travel to the city with his master. During his journey, Polikushka is exposed to the city's culture and lifestyle, which opens his eyes to the stark differences between his life and that of the wealthy.Upon his return to the countryside, Polikushka becomes disillusioned with his life as a serf and yearns for a better life. His desire for a better life leads him to commit a crime, which ultimately leads to his downfall. The novella explores themes of social inequality, morality, and the consequences of one's actions.Tolstoy's writing style is characterized by his vivid descriptions and his ability to create complex and relatable characters. Polikushka is no exception, as Tolstoy portrays the protagonist's struggles and motivations in a realistic and empathetic manner. The novella is a poignant commentary on the harsh realities of serfdom in 19th-century Russia and remains a timeless classic of Russian literature.THIS 78 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Cossacks, Sevastopol, The Invaders and Other Stories, by Leo Tolstoy. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417917644.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.